J Korean Radiol Soc.  1975 Sep;11(2):166-170. 10.3348/jkrs.1975.11.2.166.

Primary hyperparathyroidism erosion of the sternal ends of the clavicles, a new sign of hyperparathyroidism: a case report

• Chae IW
• Rhee BC

• KMID: 2345656
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3348/jkrs.1975.11.2.166

Abstract

The remarkable increase in the incidence of hyperparathyroidism throughout the world is the most significantrecent development in this disease. A roentgenologically typical case is reported with brief review of theliteratures. Erosions of the sternal ends of the clavicles, a new sign of hyperparathyroidism, have been observedin this case.

Keyword

Bones; mineralization

MeSH Terms

Clavicle*
Hyperparathyroidism*
Hyperparathyroidism, Primary*
Incidence