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Immobilization hypercalcemia in the elderly.
Usually, hypercalcemia is associated with malignancy, primary hyperparathyroidism, and chronic granulomatous disorders. When a usual work-up fails to identify an etiology for hypercalcemia, immobilization--a proven but often overlooked risk factor--may be the underlying cause. Rehabilitative exercises and medications are used to correct this problem. Heightened awareness of immobilization as a possible cause of hypercalcemia may avoid unnecessary and invasive examinations and life-threatening complications.
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