Interdisciplinary Cohesion in Managing a Case of Parathyroid Adenoma: A Case Report

Abstract

Marquess Raj Swamynathan*, Chidambharam Choccalingam, Srivatsan Ravi, Sivaramakrishnan Ramachandiran and Dhandapani Subramani Kumaresan

Introduction: Interdisciplinary cohesion is indispensable in patient management. Exchange of scientific information between the various specialties of medicine paves the way forward to productive patient outcomes. We share an example of interdisciplinary cohesion in the management of a patient with parathyroid adenoma.

Case presentation: A 74-year-old man presented to the surgeon with nephrolithiasis, weakness and fatigue. An endocrinologist’s opinion was sought. It came to light through radionuclide scan and parathormone (PTH) testing that the patient harboured a parathyroid adenoma. A diagnosis of primary hyperparathyroidism was established.

Conclusion: Interdisciplinary participation in patient management is vital towards positive patient outcomes. Rapport and discussion between the various disciplines in medicine as well as the culture of ‘putting the patient first’ resulted in a positive outcome and successful management of the patient.