What is it Osteoporosis is characterised by a weakening of bones such that patients are at an increased risk of fractures (breaking a bone) Who it affects Osteoporosis is a common disorder affecting 10 % of the general population. It is…
When is this performed? To investigate whether a patient has osteoporosis or whether treatment for this has been effective What does the test involve? Lying on a couch whilst a machine arm passes over you. Are there any side-effects? This…
Who it affects Hyperparathyroidism is an uncommon disorder affecting 1 in 500 people. What gland is involved There are usually 4 parathyroid gland that lie just behind the thyroid gland (see above). There is a lower and upper gland on…
When is this performed? In patients with one or more over active parathyroid glands In parathyroid cancer What does the treatment involve? Surgery can be performed using various approaches depending on the nature of the illness being treated and your…
When is this performed? In patients with one or more over active parathyroid glands In parathyroid cancer What does the treatment involve? Surgery can be performed using various approaches depending on the nature of the illness being treated and your…