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Hypercalcaemia - Management
How should I manage a person with suspected primary hyperparathyroidism?
- For information on when to suspect primary hyperparathyroidism, see Determining the underlying cause and Interpreting PTH levels.
- If the person has hypercalcaemia that is severe (adjusted serum calcium concentration greater than 3.40 mmol/L) or symptomatic, admit immediately to hospital.
- If the person has asymptomatic, mild or moderate hypercalcaemia (adjusted serum calcium concentration 3.40 mmol/L or less), refer to an endocrinologist.
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