Hungry bone syndrome (HBS) is a common complication after parathyroidectomy in dialysis patients with severe secondary hyperparathyroidism. The rapid decline in parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels diminishes bone resorption and accelerates bone formation. This causes a significant influx of calcium and phosphate into the bone, resulting in severe and prolonged hypocalcemia. While previous studies have established risk factors for HBS, the outcomes beyond the reduced recurrence rate of hyperparathyroidism have been largely unexplored.
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