Coronary spasm secondary to hypocalcaemia and hypomagnesaemia.
2015
Michał Popow, and
Janusz Kochanowski, and
Marcin Krakowian
Department of Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland. ep08@interia.pl.
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MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D006961
Hyperparathyroidism
A condition of abnormally elevated output of PARATHYROID HORMONE (or PTH) triggering responses that increase blood CALCIUM. It is characterized by HYPERCALCEMIA and BONE RESORPTION, eventually leading to bone diseases. PRIMARY HYPERPARATHYROIDISM is caused by parathyroid HYPERPLASIA or PARATHYROID NEOPLASMS. SECONDARY HYPERPARATHYROIDISM is increased PTH secretion in response to HYPOCALCEMIA, usually caused by chronic KIDNEY DISEASES.
D006996
Hypocalcemia
Reduction of the blood calcium below normal. Manifestations include hyperactive deep tendon reflexes, Chvostek's sign, muscle and abdominal cramps, and carpopedal spasm. (Dorland, 27th ed)
Hypocalcemias
D008274
Magnesium
A metallic element that has the atomic symbol Mg, atomic number 12, and atomic weight 24.31. It is important for the activity of many enzymes, especially those involved in OXIDATIVE PHOSPHORYLATION.
D008297
Male
Males
D003329
Coronary Vasospasm
Spasm of the large- or medium-sized coronary arteries.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000328
Adult
A person having attained full growth or maturity. Adults are of 19 through 44 years of age. For a person between 19 and 24 years of age, YOUNG ADULT is available.
Adults
D016105
Parathyroidectomy
Excision of one or more of the parathyroid glands.
Parathyroidectomies
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