📋Overview
Hypoparathyroidism is a condition characterized by insufficient production or action of parathyroid hormone (PTH), leading to low calcium levels and high phosphate levels in the blood. It is a distinct endocrine disorder primarily affecting calcium metabolism. The modern preferred term is hypoparathyroidism; older or related terms include parathyroid hormone deficiency or parathyroid insufficiency.
Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0020626ICD-10-CM
E20E20.9
MeSH
D007011
SNOMED CT (US)
36976004
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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