PAEA Surgery End Of Rotation (EOR) Practice Exam

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What is commonly associated with kidney stones in hyperparathyroidism?

  1. Dehydration

  2. Low dietary calcium

  3. High phosphate levels

  4. Elevated levels of PTH

The correct answer is: Elevated levels of PTH

Elevated levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH) are commonly associated with kidney stones in hyperparathyroidism due to the hormone's role in regulating calcium metabolism. In primary hyperparathyroidism, excessive PTH is secreted, leading to increased renal calcium reabsorption and mobil