Hungry bone syndrome
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Synopsis

Risk factors for developing hungry bone syndrome include volume of parathyroid removed, elevated preoperative blood urea nitrogen (BUN), and/or older age. Signs and symptoms include proximal muscle weakness, fatigue, and vitamin D deficiency.
Calcium levels typically reach a low 2-4 days postoperatively and may remain decreased for up to 3 months.
Codes
ICD10CM:E83.81 – Hungry bone syndrome
SNOMEDCT:
237883001 – Hungry bones syndrome
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Differential Diagnosis & Pitfalls
- Hypoalbuminemia
- Hypomagnesemia
- Metabolic alkalosis
- Hyperphosphatemia
- Acute kidney injury
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Last Reviewed:12/19/2019
Last Updated:12/19/2019
Last Updated:12/19/2019