Paget's Flashcards
1
Q
Paget’s lab markers
A
Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase
Normal serum calcium
Elevated urinary N-telopeptide, alpha-C-telopeptide, and deoxypyridinoline
2
Q
Paget’s treatment:
A
Bisphosphonates or calcitonin Supportive tx (physiotherapy, NSAIDs, etc)
3
Q
Paget’s age of presentation
A
50s or 60s
4
Q
What profession is associated with increased incidence of Paget’s?
A
Farming
5
Q
Most common malignant transformation?
A
Osteosarcoma
