Noun: hyperparathyroidism ,hI-pur,per-u'thI-roy,di-zum [N. Amer], ,hI-pur,pa-ru'thI-roy,di-zum [Brit]
- Excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone resulting in abnormally high blood calcium levels; affects many body systems
"Primary hyperparathyroidism is often caused by a benign tumour of the parathyroid gland"
Derived forms: hyperparathyroidisms
Type of: adenosis, gland disease, glandular disease, glandular disorder
Antonym: hypoparathyroidism
Encyclopedia: Hyperparathyroidism, neonatal severe primary