Maior frequência de neuropatia periférica diabética associada ao hiperparatireoidismo secundário / Higher prevalence of diabetic peripheral neuropathy associated with secondary hyperparathyroidism

INTRODUÇÃO: A neuropatia periférica diabética (ND) é comum na nefropatia diabética (NFD) e não há informações se o hiperparatireoidismo secundário (HPS) aumenta seus sintomas. O objetivo foi determinar ND por sinais em pacientes com HPS. MATERIAL E MÉTODOS: É um estudo caso-controle. O Grupo Controle (GC) é composto por doentes com NFD e valores de paratormônio (PTH)<60pg / ml. O Grupo de Hiperparatireoidismo (GH) engloba pacientes com NFD e PTH≥60pg/ml e critérios bioquímicos de HPS. As variáveis foram, entre outras, a presença de sinais de ND e foram comparados com o teste t de Student e o qui-quadrado. RESULTADOS: Foram 60 participantes em cada grupo, sendo 35 (58,3%) homens no GC vs 33 (55,0%) em GH (p = 0,713). A idade do GC foi de 67±11,0 anos, vs 72±11 anos GH (p=0,009). A taxa de filtração glomerular (TFG) no GC foi 53,82±25,13 vs GH 35,34±18,43ml/min/1,73m2 (p <0,001). O PTH no GC foi de 38,02±15,32 pg/ml, em GH 119,07±84,33 pg/ml (p <0,001). A ND, devido aos sintomas no GC, foi de 28,3% e 36,6% no GH (p=0,330). A neuropatia por sinais no GC foi de 38,3% e no GH 83,3% (p<0,001). O odds ratio de GH para neuropatia presente devido a sinais foi de 8,044 (IC 95% 3,42­8,92). CONCLUSÃO: Constatou-se uma maior presença de sinais de NPD em pacientes com HPS em nosso centro.

BACKGROUND: Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DN) is common in diabetic nephropathy (DNP), and there is no information if secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHP) increases its symptoms. The purpose was to determine DN by signs in patients with SHP. METHODS: It is a case-control study. Control patients (CG) with DN and parathyroid hormone (PTH) values<60pg/ml. The Hyperparathyroidism group (HG), patients with DNP and PTH≥60pg/ml and HPS biochemical criteria. The variables were, among others, the presence of DN signs, and were compared with Student's t and chi-square. RESULTS: There were 60 participants in each group, 35(58.3%) men in CG vs.33(55.0%) in GH (p=0.713). The age of the CG was 67±11.0 years, vs 72±11years HG (p=0.009). The glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in the CG was 53.82±25.13 vs in HG 35.34±18.43ml/min/1.73m2(p<0.001). The PTH in the CG were 38.02±15.32pg/ml and in GH 119.07±84.33pg/ml(p<0.001). The DN due to symptoms in CG was 28.3% and in GH 36.6%(p=0.330). Neuropathy due to signs in the CG was 38.3% and in GH 83.3% (p<0.001). The HG odds ratio to present neuropathy due to signs was 8.044 (95% CI 3.42­18.92). CONCLUSION: There was a statistical association between HPS and signs of DN in patients with DNP in our canter.

Parathyroid hormone levels after parathyroidectomy for secondary hyperparathyroidism

SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The parathormone level after parathyroidectomy in dialysis patients are of interest. Low levels may require cryopreserved tissue implantation; however, the resection is necessary in case of recurrence. We analyzed post parathyroidectomy parathormone levels in renal hyperparathyroidism. METHODS: Prospective observation of postoperative parathormone levels over defined periods in a cohort of dialysis patients that underwent total parathyroidectomy and immediate forearm autograft from 2008 to 2010, at a single tertiary care hospital. RESULTS: Of 33 patients, parathormone levels until 36 months could be divided into four patterns. Patients with stable function (Pattern 1) show relatively constant levels after two months (67% of the cases). Early function and later failure (Pattern 2) were an initial function with marked parathormone reduction before one year (18%). Graft recurrence (Pattern 3) showed a progressive increase of parathormone in four cases (12%). Complete graft failure (Pattern 4) was a nonfunctioning implant at any period, which was observed in one patient (3%). Parathormone levels of Pattern 3 became statistically different of Pattern 1 at 36 months. CONCLUSIONS: Patients that underwent the total parathyroidectomy and autograft present four different graft function patterns with a possible varied therapeutic management.

Initial surgical results of 500 Parathyroidectomies for Hyperparathyroidism related to chronic kidney disease - mineral and bone disorder / Resultados cirúrgicos iniciais de 500 Paratireoidectomias por Hiperparatireoidismo relacionado a distúrbio mineral e ósseo da doença renal crônica

ABSTRACT Introduction: Surgical treatment of hyperparathyroidism related to chronic kidney disease is a challenging procedure even for experienced parathyroid surgeons. Over the years, adjuvant techniques have been developed to assist the medical team to improve surgical outcomes. However, medical staff in poor countries have less access to these techniques and the effectiveness of surgery in this context is unclear. Objective: verify the effectiveness of surgery for treatment of hyperparathyroidism related to chronic kidney disease without adjuvant techniques. Methods: Over a 5-years period, patients with hyperparathyroidism that had clinical therapeutic failure were evaluated for surgical treatment. Total parathyroidectomy with autograft or subtotal resection were the selected procedures. Surgeries were performed in a tertiary hospital in Brazil without the assistance of some of the adjuvant techniques that are usually applied, such as frozen section, nerve monitoring, and gamma probe. Intraoperative PTH and localization pre-operative exams were applied, but with huge restrictions. Results: A total of 518 patients with hyperparathyroidism (128 secondary and 390 tertiary) were surgically treated. Total parathyroidectomy were performed in 81.5%, subtotal in 12.4%, and 61% of patients had a surgical failure. Of all failures, only 1.4% needed a second surgery totaling 98.6% of successful initial surgical treatment. Neck hematoma and unilateral focal fold paralysis occurred in 1.9% and 1.5%, respectively. Conclusion: parathyroidectomy is a safe and reproducible surgical procedure even in the absence of adjuvant techniques.

RESUMO Introdução: O tratamento cirúrgico do hiperparatireoidismo relacionado à doença renal crônica é um procedimento desafiador mesmo para cirurgiões de paratireoide experientes. Ao longo dos anos, técnicas adjuvantes foram desenvolvidas para ajudar a equipe clínica a aprimorar os desfechos cirúrgicos. Contudo, as equipes clínicas de países mais pobres têm menor acesso a tais técnicas, o que faz com que a eficácia da cirurgia nesses contextos não seja tão evidente. Objetivo: Verificar a eficácia da cirurgia para tratamento do hiperparatireoidismo relacionado à doença renal crônica, sem técnicas adjuvantes. Métodos: Ao longo de período de cinco anos, pacientes com hiperparatireoidismo cujo tratamento clínico não resultou em melhora foram avaliados para resolução cirúrgica. Os procedimentos selecionados foram paratireoidectomia total com enxerto autólogo ou ressecção subtotal. As cirurgias foram realizadas em um hospital terciário no Brasil sem o auxílio de algumas das técnicas adjuvantes geralmente aplicadas, como exame de congelação, monitorização neurofisiológica e sonda gama. Exames intraoperatórios de PTH e pré-operatório de localização foram realizados, mas com grandes restrições. Resultados: Um total de 518 pacientes com hiperparatireoidismo (128 secundários e 390 terciários) foram tratados cirurgicamente. Paratireoidectomia total foi realizada em 81,5% e subtotal em 12,4% dos casos; 61% dos pacientes apresentaram falha cirúrgica. De todas as falhas, apenas 1,4% necessitaram de uma segunda cirurgia, totalizando 98,6% de sucesso no tratamento cirúrgico inicial. Hematoma cervical e paralisia unilateral de prega vocal ocorreram em 1,9% e 1,5% dos pacientes, respectivamente. Conclusão: A paratireoidectomia é um procedimento cirúrgico seguro e reprodutível, mesmo na ausência de técnicas adjuvantes.

Salud ósea en pacientes sometidos a trasplante de precursores hematopoyéticos: un nuevo problema a considerar / Vitamin D and parathyroid hormone levels and bone mineral density in patients undergoing hematopoietic cell transplantation

Background: Patients undergoing hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) are at increased risk of developing osteoporosis. Aim: To determine the frequency and severity of Vitamin D deficiency, secondary hyperparathyroidism and low bone mass in patients undergoing HCT. Patients and Methods: Analysis of the database of patients undergoing HCT in our institution in the 2010-2015 period. We searched for patients with measurements of 25-OH vitamin D (25OHD), parathyroid hormone (PTH) and bone densitometry by double beam X ray absorptiometry (DXA) prior and up to one year after HCT. Results: Ninety patients were included, 53 were evaluated prior to HCT and 37 after HCT. They represent 73% of all patients undergoing HCT in the period. Median 25OHD was 12 ng/ml (range 4-41.4). Ninety seven percent of patients had levels considered insufficient and 85% compatible with deficiency. Median PTH was 60.5 pg/ml (range 21-186). Forty five percent of patients had secondary hyperparathyroidism. DXA was performed in 65 patients (prior to HCT in 54 and after HCT in 11). Of these, 11% had had a low bone mineral density. Conclusions: Patients undergoing HCT have a high risk of vitamin D deficiency, secondary hyperparathyroidism and low bone mineral density.

Responsividade paratireoideana à hipocalcemia após paratireoidectomia total com autoimplante em portadores de hiperparatireoidismo associado à doença renal crônica / Parathyroid responsiveness during hypocalcemia after total parathyroidectomy and autotransplantation in patients with renal hyperparathyroidism

Resumo Introdução: O hiperparatireoidismo é uma complicação frequente da doença renal crônica (DRC). A paratireoidectomia (PTX) total com autotransplante (AT) de tecido paratireoideano é uma opção terapêutica para os indivíduos que não respondem ao manejo clínico. Objetivo: Avaliar a resposta do tecido paratireoideano enxertado durante hipocalcemia induzida em pacientes portadores de DRC submetidos à PTX total com AT. Métodos: Dezoito pacientes portadores de hiperparatiroidismo associado à DRC foram submetidos à PTX total com AT de tecido paratireoideano selecionado por estereomicroscopia entre Abril e Outubro de 2008 em nosso serviço. Onze indivíduos (oito com transplante renal funcionante, 2 em diálise peritoneal e 1 em hemodiálise) apresentavam boa condição clínica e foram elegíveis para o teste. Induziu-se hipocalcemia por infusão de bicarbonato de sódio em 5 controles normais e nos pacientes 6-12 meses após a PTX. Resultados: A hipocalcemia determinou um aumento importante dos níveis de PTH intacto (iPTH) no grupo controle 4 minutos após a infusão de bicarbonato. Nos pacientes, houve uma redução significativa do cálcio ionizado [de 1,17 ± 0,12 para 1,09 ± 0,11 (media ± EP) mmol/L] no 4º minuto (p < 0,001) ilustrando o nadir do teste. No 10º minuto não houve elevação do cálcio ionizado comparado ao 4º minuto (p = 0,451). Os níveis de iPTH foram de 34,8 ± 18,6 para 34,1 ± 18,8 pg/mL (valor basal semelhante ao 4º minuto p = 0,087) e se mantiveram no 10º minuto (33,3 ± 19,6 pg/mL p = 0,693). Conclusão: Em pacientes portadores de DRC testados 6-12 meses depois da cirurgia, o enxerto de tecido paratireoideano revelou incapacidade de resposta à hipocalcemia induzida por bicarbonato sem mudança dos níveis de iPTH.

Abstract Introduction: Hyperparathyroidism is a frequent complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Total parathyroidectomy (PTX) with parathyroid tissue autotransplantation (AT) is a treatment option in those individuals that do not respond to clinical management. Objective: To evaluate grafted parathyroid tissue response during induced hypocalcemia among CKD patients who underwent total PTX with AT. Methods: Eighteen patients with renal hyperparathyroidism were submitted to total PTX with parathyroid AT selected by stereomicroscopy between April and October 2008. Eleven (eight with successful kidney transplantation, 2 in peritoneal dialysis and 1 in hemodialysis) were clinically stable and eligible for testing. Hypocalcemia was induced using sodium bicarbonate infusion in 5 healthy controls and in patients 6-12 months after surgery. Results: Among controls, hypocalcemia elicited a major rise in intact PTH (iPTH) levels 4 minutes after bicarbonate infusion. In patients, a significant decrease in ionized calcium concentration was observed [from 1.17 ± 0.12 to 1.09 ± 0.11 mean (± SE) mmol/L] in the 4th minute (p < 0.001) illustrating the nadir point. In the 10thminute, ionized calcium did not show a statistical increase compared to the 4th minute (p = 0.451). The iPTH levels ranged from 34.8 ± 18.6 to 34.1 ± 18.8 pg/mL (similar values between base line and 4thminute p = 0.087) and did not change in the 10th minute (33.3 ± 19,6 pg/ mL p = 0.693). Conclusion: Among CKD patients tested 6-12 months after surgery, grafted parathyroid tissue revealed a blunted secretory capacity during bicarbonate induced hypocalcemia with no changes in iPTH levels.

Differences in the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency and hip fractures in nursing home residents and independently living elderly

ABSTRACT Objective To compare the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency and fracture history in nursing home residents and community-dwelling elderly subjects and to explore the association of vitamin D levels with various characteristics. Materials and methods Sixty-six nursing home residents and 139 community-dwelling elderly subjects participated. Marital status, medical history, medication including vitamin D supplements, smoking, past fractures were assessed. Weight and height were measured and body mass index calculated. Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-OHD), PTH, Ca, phosphate, creatinine and eGFR were determined. Results In the nursing home residents 25-OHD was lower (17.8 nmol/l, [9.4-28.6] vs. 36.7 nmol/l, [26.9-50], p < 0.001), PTH was higher (5.6 pmol/l, [3.9-8.9] vs. 4.7 pmol/l [3.6-5.8], P = 0.003) and 25-OHD deficiency was more prevalent (65.2% [53.7-76.7] vs. 22.3% [15.4-29.2], p < 0.001) as was elevated PTH (23% [12.8-33] vs. 5.8% [2-10], p = 0.001). 25-OHD correlated negatively with PTH (institutionalized r = -0.28, p = 0.025 and community-dwelling r = -0.36, p < 0.001). Hip fractures were reported by 8% of the residents and 2% of the independent elderly. The only predictor for hip fracture was elevated PTH (OR = 7.6 (1.5-36.9), p = 0.013). Conclusion The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency and secondary hyperparathyroidism was high in the institutionalized subjects. Hip fracture risk was associated with elevated PTH and not directly with vitamin D levels or the residency status.

Efectos óseos de la cirugía bariátrica / Effects of bariatric surgery on bone

La cirugía bariátrica es un recurso terapéutico cuyo uso para el manejo de la obesidad mórbida crece rápidamente. La intervención induce varios cambios en el perfil hormono-metabólico de los pacientes: disminuye la absorción de calcio, caen los niveles de vitamina D, se produce un hiperparatiroidismo secundario que acelera el recambio óseo, aumentan algunas citoquinas como la adiponectina, el GLP-1 y la esclerostina, y disminuyen otras como la leptina, la ghrelina, el GIP y la amilina. El estradiol cae por disminución de la aromatización periférica de la testosterona. Hay disminución de la carga mecánica en el esqueleto, especialmente en los miembros inferiores. Todo esto lleva a pérdida de la masa ósea, que es variable y más marcada en el fémur proximal que en la columna. El riesgo de fractura aumenta, aunque no todas las series lo han demostrado. Los pacientes con marcada disminución del peso corporal poscirugía deberían ser controlados, procurandoun buen aporte de calcio y otros nutrientes, la suplementación con vitamina D y el monitoreo de la densitometría ósea. (AU)

Bariatric surgery is a therapeutic resource for the management of morbid obesity; its use is growing rapidly. The intervention induces several changes in the hormonal and metabolic profile of patients: decreased calcium absorption, falling levels of vitamin D, secondary hyperparathyroidism which accelerates bone turnover; increased level of some cytokines such as adiponectin, GLP-1 and sclerostin, and decreased levels of others such as leptin, ghrelin, GIP and amylin. Estradiol falls due to decreased peripheral aromatization of testosterone. There is a decrease in the mechanical load on the skeleton, especially in the lower limbs. All this leads to loss of bone mass, which is variable and more marked in the proximal femur than in the spine. The risk of fracture increases, although it has not been shown in all series. Patients with marked decrease in body weight after bariatric surgery should be controlled carefully to insure a good supply of calcium and other nutrients, vitamin D supplementation, and the monitoring of bone mineral density. (AU)

SECONDARY HYPERPARATHYROIDISM AFTER BARIATRIC SURGERY: TREATMENT IS WITH CALCIUM CARBONATE OR CALCIUM CITRATE? / HIPERPARATIREOIDISMO SECUNDÁRIO APÓS CIRURGIA BARIÁTRICA: TRATAR COM CARBONATO OU CITRATO DE CÁLCIO?

Background:Bariatric surgery, especially Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, can cause serious nutritional complications arising from poor absorption of essential nutrients. Secondary hyperparathyroidism is one such complications that leads to increased parathyroid hormone levels due to a decrease in calcium and vitamin D, which may compromise bone health.Aim: To compare calcium carbonate and calcium citrate in the treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism.Method: Patients were selected on the basis of their abnormal biochemical test and treatment was randomly done with citrate or calcium carbonate.Results: After 60 days of supplementation, biochemical tests were repeated, showing improvement in both groups.Conclusion: Supplementation with calcium (citrate or carbonate) and vitamin D is recommended after surgery for prevention of secondary hyperparathyroidism.

Racional:A cirurgia bariátrica, especialmente a gastroplastia em Y-de-Roux, pode causar complicações nutricionais importantes que derivam da má absorção de nutrientes essenciais. O hiperparatireoidismo secundário é uma delas que cursa com o aumento do hormônio da paratireoide e consequente diminuição de cálcio e vitamina D, o que pode comprometer a saúde óssea.Objetivo: Comparar o tratamento do hiperparatireoidismo secundário com o uso de carbonato e citrato de cálcio.Métodos: Os pacientes foram selecionados a partir de seus exames bioquímicos alterados e o tratamento foi sugerido aleatoriamente com citrato ou carbonato de cálcio.Resultados: Após 60 dias de suplementação foram reavaliados os exames bioquímicos e percebeu-se melhora em ambos os grupos, tanto com citrato como com carbonato de cálcio.Conclusão: Recomenda-se o uso de suplementação de cálcio (citrato ou carbonato) e vitamina D após a operação para prevenção do hiperparatireoidismo secundário.

Autotransplant tissue selection criteria with or without stereomicroscopy in parathyroidectomy for treatment of renal hyperparathyroidism / Influência do critério de seleção de tecido paratiroideano com ou sem estereomicroscopia para autoimplante no resultado do tratamento cirúrgico do hiperparatiroidismo associado a doença renal crônica

INTRODUCTION: Several methods have been proposed to improve operative success in renal hyperparathyroidism. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate stereomicroscopy in parathyroid tissue selection for total parathyroidectomy with autotransplantation in secondary (SHPT)/tertiary (THPT) hyperparathyroidism. METHODS: 118 renal patients underwent surgery from April of 2000 to October 2009. They were divided into two groups: G1, 66 patients operated from April of 2000 to May of 2005, with tissue selection based on macroscopic observation; G2, 52 patients operated from March of 2008 to October 2009 with stereomicroscopy for tissue selection searching for the presence of adipose cells. All surgeries were performed by the same surgeon. Patients presented SHPT (dialysis treatment) or THPT (renal-grafted). Follow-up was 12-36 months. Intra-operative parathyroid hormone (PTH) was measured in 100/118 (84.7%) patients. RESULTS: Data are presented as means. G1 included 66 patients (38 SHPT, 24 females/14 males; 40.0 years of age; 28 THPT, 14 females/14 males; 44 years of age). G2 included 52 patients (29 SHPT, 11 females/18 males; 50.7 years of age; 23 THPT, 13 females/10 males, 44.4 years of age). SHPT patients from G2 presented preoperative serum calcium higher than those of SHPT patients in G1 (p < 0.05), suggesting a more severe disease. Definitive hypoparathyroidism was found in seven of 118 patients (5.9%). Graft-dependent recurrence occurred in four patients, two in each group. All occurred in dialysis patients. CONCLUSION: Stereomicroscopy in SHPT/THPT surgical treatment may be a useful tool to standardize parathyroid tissue selection. .

INTRODUÇÃO: Diversos métodos têm sido propostos com intuito de melhorar índices de sucesso cirúrgico no tratamento do hiperparatiroidismo associado à doença renal crônica (DRC). OBJETIVOS: Avaliar uso do estereomicroscópio na seleção de tecido paratiroideano na paratiroidectomia total com autoimplante em pacientes com DRC. MÉTODOS: 118 pacientes DRC operados entre 04/2000-10/2009 foram divididos em: G1-66 pacientes operados entre 04/2000-05/2005 cuja seleção de tecido foi realizada por método convencional (macroscopia); G2-52 pacientes operados entre 03/2008-10/2009, cuja seleção de tecido foi realizada com uso da estereomicroscopia: Leica-Stereomicroscope (amplificação: 10×-80×). Pacientes foram ainda categorizados em hiperparatiroidismo secundário (HPS) ou terciário (HPT) (HPS-diálise/HPT-transplantados renais). Seguimento pós-operatório: 12-36 meses. PTH intraoperatório medido 100/118 pacientes (84.7%). Todos pacientes foram operados pelo mesmo cirurgião. RESULTADOS: Dados em média. G1, 66 pacientes (38 HPS, 24f/14m; 40 anos; 28 HPT, 14f/14m; 44 anos). G2, 52 pacientes (29 HPS, 11f/18m; 50,7 anos; 23 HPT, 13f/10m; 44,4 anos). Pacientes dialíticos do G2 apresentaram cálcio pré-operatório maior que G1 (p < 0,05), sugerindo doença mais severa. Hipoparatiroidismo definitivo: 7/118 (5,9%) pacientes: G1, 4/66 (6%); G2, 3/52 (5,7%). Recorrência do hiperparatiroidismo no autoimplante: 4 pacientes, 2 em cada grupo. Todas foram em pacientes em diálise. CONCLUSÃO: Estereomicroscopia no tratamento do hiperparatiroidismo associado à DRC é útil na padronização da técnica de seleção de tecido para o autoimplante. .

Lesiones acrales en arteriolopatía cálcica urémica: reporte de 3 casos / Ischemic ulcers in calcific uremic arteriolopathy: report of 3 casos

La arteriolopatía cálcica urémica se define como un síndrome constituido por úlceras cutáneas isquémicas debido a calcificación de la pared de las arteriolas del tejido celular subcutáneo como consecuencia principalmente de hiperparatiroidismo en pacientes urémicos. Se analizaron las correlaciones clínico patológicas de 3 pacientes con enfermedad renal crónica terminal, hiperparatiroidismo secundario y arteriolopatía cálcico urémica, todos particularmente con lesiones en pene. En la bioquímica sanguínea la paratohormona fue superior a 2,122 pg/dL, así como también se demostró hipercalcemia e hiperfosfatemia, con producto Ca²+xPO³-4 mayor de 70,2. Se realizó paratiroidectomía total con autoimplante en el primer caso y sin autoimplante en el tercer paciente. Las ulceras del pene fueron tratadas con curas locales diarias. La evolución clínica fue tórpida, con desenlace fatal. La ateriolopatía cálcica urémica o calcifilaxis, es una enfermedad compleja, variable, difícil de diagnósticar y de manejo muy complicado. La gangrena del pene es una consecuencia de las calcificaciones vasculares metastásicas asociadas a enfermedad renal crónica terminal y es un marcador de pronóstico sombrío.

The calcific uremic arteriolopathy is defined as a syndrome consisting of cutaneous ischemic ulcers due to calcification of the wall of the arterioles of the subcutaneous tissue as a result mainly of hyperparathyroidism in uremic patients. The clinical pathological correlations of 3 patients were analyzed with chronic renal terminal disease, secondary hyperparathyroidism and calcific uremic arteriolopathy all particularly with injuries in penis. In the blood biochemistry parathyroid hormone was greater 2.122 pg/dL, as well as it was demostrated hypercalcemia and hyperphosphatemia, with greater Ca2+xPO³-4 product of 70.2. Total parathyroidectomy with auto implant was realised in first patient, and without auto implant in third patient. Penis ulcers were dealt with local daily cure. The clinical evolution was poor, with fatal autcome. The calcific uremi arteriolopathy or calciphylaxis, is a complex disease, variable, difficult to diagnose and complicated management. Penile gangrene is a manifestation of widespread vascular calcifications associated with end-stage renal disease and is a marker of poor prognosis.

Prevalence of vitamin D deficiency is higher in patients with Paget's disease of bone compared with age-matched controls / Deficiência de vitamina D é maior em pacientes com doença de Paget óssea comparada a controles pareados por idade

OBJECTIVE: To investigate if vitamin D deficiency is more prevalent in patients with Paget's disease of bone (PDB) than in age-matched controls. SUBJECTS AND METHODS: We measured serum 25-OHD in 28 untreated patients with PDB and two control groups: 284 elderly men from an ongoing cohort from our department, and 151 postmenopausal women seen in our outpatient clinic for routine medical evaluation. RESULTS: The mean ± SD serum 25-OHD was significantly lower in subjects with PDB (23.76 ± 6.29 ng/mL) than in the control groups of elderly men (27.86 ± 13.52 ng/mL) and postmenopausal women (30.30 ± 9.59 ng/mL), p = 0.015. The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency considering a cut-off point of serum 25-OHD < 30 ng/mL was 85.7% in patients with PDB, and in elderly men and postmenopausal women it was 66.7 % and 54.3%, respectively (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION: These results suggest a high prevalence of hypovitaminosis D in patients with Paget's disease living in the tropics.

OBJETIVO: Investigar se a deficiência de vitamina D é mais prevalente nos pacientes com doença de Paget óssea (DPO) do que em controles equiparados pela idade. SUJEITOS E MÉTODOS: Neste estudo retrospectivo avaliamos a 25-OHD em 28 pacientes não tratados com DPO e dois grupos controle: 284 homens idosos de uma coorte de nosso departamento e 151 mulheres na pós-menopausa atendidas em nosso ambulatório para avaliação médica de rotina. RESULTADOS: A média ± DP da 25-OHD foi significativamente menor em indivíduos com DPO (23,76 ± 6,29 ng/mL) do que nos grupos controle de homens idosos (27,86 ± 13,52 ng/mL) e de mulheres na pós-menopausa (30,30 ± 9,59 ng/mL), p = 0,015. A prevalência de deficiência de vitamina D, considerando um ponto de corte < 30 ng/mL, foi de 85,7% em pacientes com DPO e, em homens idosos e mulheres na pós-menopausa, foi de 66,7% e 54,3%, respectivamente (p < 0,001). CONCLUSÃO: Esses resultados sugerem uma alta prevalência de hipovitaminose D em pacientes com DPO nos trópicos.

Definição de valores de corte para medida de PTH intraoperatório no tratamento cirúrgico do hiperparatiroidismo secundário e terciário / Intraoperative PTH cutoff definition to predict successful parathyroidectomy in secondary and tertiary hyperparathyroidism

Avaliamos medida de PTH intraoperatório (IO-PTH) no intuito de melhorar índices de sucesso no tratamento cirúrgico do hiperparatiroidismo associado à doença renal. MÉTODO: Oitenta e seis pacientes realizaram paratiroidectomia total com autoimplante em musculatura pré-esternal entre abril de 2000 e outubro de 2009 com 26,5 meses de seguimento em média, prospectivo. Foram divididos em dois grupos: hiperparatiroidismo secundário (HPS) - pacientes em diálise e hiperparatiroidismo terciário (HPT) - transplantados renais. Medido IO-PTH (Elecsys-PTH-Immunoassay/Roche) na indução anestésica (IOPTH-0') e 20 minutos (IOPTH-20') após a retirada das paratireoides. RESULTADOS: 80,2% (69/86) do total de pacientes apresentaram queda de 80% ou mais do IOPTH-20' e todos se curaram. Em 11/86 (12,7%) pacientes, foi observada queda entre 70-79%, sendo que dois (18,1%) deles evoluíram com falha cirúrgica. 6/86 (6,9%) pacientes apresentaram redução de IOPTH-20' menor do que 70%: dois foram curados; três apresentaram paratireoide supranumerária/ectópica que foi localizada e removida; um paciente evoluiu com persistência da doença após término da cirurgia com a retirada de quatro paratireoides. CONCLUSÃO: Queda do IOPTH-20' de 80% ou mais foi preditor de cura em todos os pacientes renais durante o período avaliado. Redução menor que 70% sugere paratireoide hiperfuncionante não reconhecida/supranumerária, sendo preditor de falha cirúrgica em 66.6%. A queda marginal de 70%-79% delega ao cirurgião experiente a decisão de continuar ou não o procedimento cirúrgico.

In order to improve success rates in surgery of renal hyperparathyroidism, we evaluated intraoperative PTH (IOPTH) measurement utility. METHOD: 86 patients underwent total parathyroidectomy with intramuscular presternal autotransplantation from 04/2000 to 10/2009 and were followed for 26.5 months on average (prospective cohort). Patients were divided in secondary (SHPT) and tertiary hyperparathyroidism (THPT). SHPT group was composed by patients under dialysis treatment, THPT group included renal grafted ones. IOPTH (Elecsys-PTH-Immunoassay/Roche) was measured at anesthesia induction (IOPTH-0') and 20 minutes (IOPTH-20') after parathyroidectomy. RESULTS: 80.2% (69/86) presented with 80% decrease or more in the IOPTH-20' and all were cured. In 11/86 patients (12.7%), a lower IOPTH-20' drop (70-79%) was observed, and 2 of them (18.1%) failed to cure. 6/86 (6.9%) patients presented IO-PTH-20' decrease of less than 70%: two were cured, in three a supernumerary/ectopic parathyroid was found and removed, and in one of these six patients, surgery was finished after 4-gland excision and the patient failure to cure. CONCLUSION: IOPTH-20' decrease of 80% or more compared to IOPTH-0' predicts cure in all renal patients throughout follow-up. A decay of less than 70% points to missed or hyperfunctioning supernumerary gland and is predictive of surgical failure in 66.6%. A marginal IOPTH drop of 70-79% leaves the decision whether or not surgery should be continued up to the experienced surgeon.

Estado nutricional e ingestão alimentar de pacientes em diálise peritoneal contínua com e sem hiperparatireoidismo secundário / Nutritional status and food intake of continuous peritoneal dialysis patients with and without secondary hyperparathyroidism

INTRODUÇÃO: O hiperparatireoidismo secundário (HPT2) é uma complicação comum e precoce em pacientes com doença renal crônica (DRC). Estudos têm sugerido que os altos níveis de paratormônio (PTH) podem exercer efeitos deletérios no estado nutricional de pacientes com DRC. Assim, o objetivo deste estudo foi comparar o estado nutricional de pacientes com DRC em diálise peritoneal contínua (DPC) com e sem HPT2. OBJETIVO: O objetivo deste estudo é comparar o estado nutricional de pacientes com DRC em diálise peritoneal contínua (DPC) com e sem HPTS. MÉTODOS: Foram avaliados 74 pacientes, entre adultos e idosos, divididos em dois grupos, de acordo com os níveis de PTH. No grupo 1 (n = 18) os níveis de PTH eram maiores do que 300 pg/mL e, no grupo 2, menores ou iguais a 300 pg/mL. O estado nutricional dos pacientes foi avaliado através da antropometria, exames bioquímicos e avaliação subjetiva global (ASG). O consumo alimentar foi avaliado através do registro alimentar de 3 dias. Foram coletados também dados clínicos, como cálcio e fósforo séricos, e a presença de inflamação foi avaliada através da dosagem de proteína C reativa ultrassensível (PCR US). RESULTADOS: A média de idade da população estudada foi de 54,97 ± 17,06 anos, com predominância de pacientes adultos (58,1%) e do sexo feminino (56,8%). O tempo de DPC expresso em mediana foi de 17 meses (7,75-33). Através da ASG, demonstrou-se prevalência de 36,5% de desnutridos na população. Na análise de diferença entre os grupos, em relação à antropometria, indicadores bioquímicos e ASG, bem como ingestão alimentar, não foram evidenciadas diferenças entre os grupos estudados. CONCLUSÃO: Não houve diferenças no estado nutricional e na ingestão alimentar entre os pacientes com e sem HPT2.

INTRODUCTION: Secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) is a common and early complication in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. Studies have suggested that high levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH) may have deleterious effects on the nutritional status of patients with CKD. Thus, the aim of this study was to compare the nutritional status of CKD patients in continuous peritoneal dialysis (CPD) with and without SHPT. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to compare the nutritional status of CKD patients in continuous peritoneal dialysis (CPD) with and without SHPT. METHODS: 74 patients were evaluated, including adults and seniors, divided into two groups according to PTH levels. In group 1 (n = 18) levels of PTH higher than 300 pg/mL and in group 2 less than or equal to 300 pg/mL. The nutritional status of patients was assessed by anthropometry, biochemical and subjective global assessment (SGA). Food intake was measured by food record for 3 days. We also collected clinical data, such as calcium and serum phosphorus, and the presence of inflammation was assessed by measuring C-reactive protein ultra-sensitive (CRP US). RESULTS: The average age of the population studied was 54.97 ± 17.06 years, with predominance of adult patients (58.1%) and females (56.8%). The time of CPD expressed in median was 17 months (7.75-33). Through ASG, it was shown a prevalence of 36.5% of the population undernourished. In the analysis of difference between the groups in relation to anthropometry, biochemical indicators and ASG as well as food intake, there were no differences between the groups. CONCLUSION: There were no differences in nutritional status and dietary intake between patients with and without SHPT.

Factors associated with secondary hyperparathyroidism in premenopausal women undergoing Roux-en-Y gastric bypass for the treatment of obesity / Fatores associados com hiperparatireoidismo secundário em mulheres na pré-menopausa submetidas a bypass gástrico em Y de Roux para tratamento de obesidade

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate bone metabolism, bone density (BMD) and vertebral fractures in morbidly obese individuals. SUBJECTS AND METHODS: Case series of 29 premenopausal obese patients, 15 of whom had been submitted to bariatric surgery. Serum calcium, albumin, PTH and 25-hydroxy vitamin D (25OHD) were measured as well as bone densitometry of the lumbar spine and proximal femur, and lateral spine x-rays. RESULTS: High parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels were recorded in 46.6 percent of the surgical patients and in 21.4 percent of the non-surgical patients (p = 0.245); 26.7 percent of the former and 28.6 percent of the latter revealed levels 25OHD < 30 ng/mL (p = 1.000). Calcium intake was higher in the surgical group (p = 0.004) along with lower serum calcium concentrations (p = 0.019). There were no significant differences in bone mineral density (BMD) or in the prevalence of vertebral fractures between groups. CONCLUSION: In premenopausal women undergoing Roux-en-Y gastric bypass there is important intestinal calcium mal absorption which seems to be the main factor causing secondary hyperparathyroidism.

OBJETIVO: Avaliar o metabolismo ósseo, a densidade mineral óssea (DMO) e as fraturas vertebrais em obesos mórbidos. SUJEITOS E MÉTODOS: Série de casos de 29 mulheres obesas e na pré-menopausa das quais 15 foram submetidas à cirurgia bariátrica. Realizadas dosagem sérica de cálcio, albumina, hormônio da paratireoide (PTH) e 25-hidróxi-vitamina D (25OHD), densitometria óssea de coluna lombar e fêmur e radiografia de coluna vertebral. RESULTADOS: Os níveis de PTH estavam elevados em 46,6 por cento das pacientes operadas e em 21,4 por cento das pacientes não operadas (p = 0,245); 26,7 por cento das operadas e 28,6 por cento das não operadas apresentavam 25OHD < 30 ng/mL (p = 1,000). A ingestão de cálcio foi maior no grupo operado (p = 0,004) e o cálcio sérico foi menor neste grupo (p = 0,019). Não houve diferenças significativas na densidade mineral óssea (DMO) e na prevalência de fraturas vertebrais entre os grupos. CONCLUSÃO: Em mulheres na pré-menopausa, submetidas ao bypass gástrico em Y de Roux, há considerável má absorção intestinal de cálcio, que parece ser o principal fator causador do hiperparatireoidismo secundário.

Heterogeneity of carboxyl-terminal parathyroid hormone circulating forms in patients with hyperparathyroidism due to end stage renal disease / Heterogeneidade das formas carboxi-terminal circulantes de paratormônio em pacientes com hiperparatiroidismo devido à insuficiência renal crônica terminal

OBJECTIVE: To study carboxyl-terminal (COOH) parathyroid hormone (PTH) circulating forms in patients with hyperparathyroidism due to end stage renal disease (ESRD). METHODS: An immunometric assay that recognizes both intact and COOH PTH forms was developed. The assay, in conjunction with an intact assay, was used to measure PTH in serum samples obtained from 25 patients with hyperparathyroidism due to ESRD. Samples were also submitted to gel filtration chromatography in a Superdex® 30 1.6 x 60 cm column, and the PTH content in the elution tubes, measured using both assays. RESULTS: Values from 39.000 to 232.300 ng/mL (mean ± sd = 101.680 ± 45.330 ng/mL) were found using the COOH assay (PTH 39-84 was used as standard). Values obtained by the intact PTH assay ranged from 318 to 3.307 ng/mL (1.769 ± 693 ng/mL) with a correlation between assays of 0.462 (p = 0.02). The elution profile obtained using the COOH assay showed a preponderance of forms with MW ranging from 8.500 to 4.500 daltons. The profiles obtained from the 25 patients were very similar. CONCLUSIONS: In patients with hyperparathyroidism due to ESRD circulating PTH levels contain a broad range of molecular forms including COOH with MW ranging from 8.500 to 4.500 daltons. These forms are not recognized by the standard intact PTH assays. The correlation of these findings to the clinical aspects of bone disease in ESRD patients remains to be studied.

OBJETIVO: Estudar as formas carboxi-terminal (COOH) circulantes de paratormônio (PTH) em pacientes com hiperparatiroidismo devido à insuficiência renal crônica (IRC) terminal. MÉTODOS: Foi desenvolvido um ensaio imunométrico que reconhece formas intactas e COOH longas de PTH. Esse ensaio foi utilizado, em conjunto com um ensaio para molécula intacta de PTH, em amostras de 25 pacientes com hiperparatiroidismo devido à IRC. As amostras também foram submetidas à cromatografia de gel filtração em coluna de Superdex® 30 de 1,6 x 60 cm, e o conteúdo de PTH nos tubos de eluato foi medido, empregando-se os dois ensaios. RESULTADOS: Valores entre 39.000 e 232.300 ng/mL (média ± dp = 101,680 ± 45,330 ng/mL) foram obtidos usando-se o ensaio COOH (PTH 39-84 foi utilizado como padrão). Com o ensaio para PTH intacto, os valores distribuíram-se entre 318 e 3,307 ng/mL (1,769 ± 693 ng/mL) com correlação entre ambos de 0,462 (p = 0,02). O perfil cromatográfico obtido com o ensaio COOH mostrou predomínio de formas com PM entre 8.500 e 4.500 daltons. Os perfis cromatográficos dos 25 pacientes foram bastante semelhantes. CONCLUSÕES: Em pacientes com hiperparatiroidismo devido à IRC, os níveis circulantes de PTH contêm um espectro de formas moleculares que incluem formas carboxi-terminais, com PM entre 8.500 e 4.500 daltons. Essas formas não são reconhecidas pelos ensaios de rotina utilizados para a medida de PTH intacto. A correlação entre esses achados e os aspectos clínicos da doença óssea em pacientes com IRC necessita de maiores estudos.

Evaluación prospectiva de paratiroidectomías en el tratamiento del hiperparatiroidismo secundario / Parathyroidectomy for secondary hyperparathyroidism in chronic renal failure

Background: Parathyroidectomy is indicated in patients with chronic renal failure and secondary hyperparathyroidism that is persistent and refractory to treatment. Aim: To assess the effects of parathyroidectomy in patients with chronic renal failure and symptomatic hyperparathyroidism. Patients and Methods: Prospective evaluation of 33 patients (20 females), aged between 23 and 78 years, with chronic renal failure and secondary hyperparathyroidism that were subjected to a total parathyroidectomy and autotrasplantation. Patients were followed for six months measuring parathormone (PTH), calcium and phosphorus. Results: In the postoperative period, one patient had a cervical hematoma that had to be operated. Mean serum PTH levels at the moment of hospital discharge and at six months, were 832 and 212 pg/ml respectively. All patients that had bone pain experienced a notable reduction of this symptom on the morning after surgery. One patient had a relapse of her hyperparathyroidism. Conclusions: Parathyroidectomy is safe and effective for secondary hyperparathyroidism in patients with chronic renal failure.

En los pacientes con insuficiencia renal crónica terminal con hiperparatiroidismo severo persistente y refractarios al tratamiento médico, está indicada la paratiroidectomía. El objetivo de este estudio es caracterizar una población y evaluar los efectos clínicos de la paratiroidectomía efectuada en pacientes con insuficiencia renal crónica terminal con sintomatología importante de hiperparatiroidismo y determinar la recurrencia de la enfermedad posterior a la cirugía. Se realizó un estudio prospectivo observacional de pacientes con hiperparatiroidismo, secundario a insuficiencia renal, que ingresaron al subdepartamento de cirugía del Hospital Base de Valdivia, entre abril de 1999 y noviembre de 2006 y que participaron voluntariamente en un protocolo preestablecido. La serie incluye a 33 pacientes, 20 mujeres y 13 hombres, con promedio de edad de 43 años y extremos de 23 y 78 años, que fueron sometidos paratiroidectomía subtotal o total más autotrasplante. En el postoperatorio un enfermo presentó un hematoma cervical, que ameritó una reintervención quirúrgica, con evolución posterior satisfactoria. Los niveles de PTH al ingreso y a los 6 meses de operados los pacientes, fue en promedio de 832 pg/ml y 212 pg/ml respectivamente. Todos los pacientes que manifestaron dolor óseo como síntoma principal, advirtieron una notable disminución subjetiva del dolor a la mañana siguiente de la cirugía. Un paciente (3 por ciento) evolucionó hacia la recidiva de su hiperfunción paratiroidea. Concluimos que la paratiroidectomía es un procedimiento seguro, que resulta efectivo para aliviar rápidamente la sintomatología que afecta a este tipo de pacientes y que el porcentaje de recidiva que hemos constatado en un seguimiento a seis meses postoperatorio es bajo.