Hyperparathyroid crisis caused by ectopic parathyroid adenoma in a pediatric patient

Abstract 

Hyperparathyroid crisis is a lifethreatening endocrine emergency, rarely found in the pediatric population. Herein, we report a 12-year-old girl who presenting with Hyperparathyroid crisis due to an ectopic parathyroid adenoma. The unusual patient presentation and management are described and illustrated. The pertinent literature is reviewed.

Keywords: Hyperparathyroid crisis, Ectopic parathyroid adenoma, Pediatric patient