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Pseudohypoparathyroidism

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Definition: A hereditary condition clinically resembling HYPOPARATHYROIDISM, but caused by failure of response to rather than deficiency of parathyroid hormones. It is characterized by hypocalcemia and hyperphosphatemia, and is commonly associated with short stature, obesity, short metacarpals, and ectopic calcification. (Dorland, 27th ed)  a metab bone dis; do not confuse with PSEUDOPSEUDOHYPOPARATHYROIDISM   
Examples Pseudopseudohypoparathyroidism 		Other names Pseudohypoparathyroidisms
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSource
Pseudohypoparathyroidism Type 2  0   *Pseudohypoparathyroidism.
Pseudohypoparathyroidism Type 1C  0   *Pseudohypoparathyroidism.
Pseudohypoparathyroidism Type 1B  0   *Pseudohypoparathyroidism.

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