Case Report
Metastatic Breast Carcinoma Presenting with Profound Hypocalcemia
Abstract
Hypocalcemia is a rare complication of malignancy. We present the case of a 30-year-old lady presenting with a grand mal seizure due to profound hypocalcemia. She was subsequently found to be hypoparathyroid and was diagnosed with metastatic breast carcinoma. Treatment with goserelin and exemestane produced a significant reduction in her tumor load and a correction of her hypocalcemia, which was initially refractory to treatment. We believe this to be the first case of metastatic breast carcinoma actually presenting with hypocalcemia and feel that clinicians should be aware of this rare complication.This content is limited to qualifying members.
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