16th September 2020

A 60-year-old female has recently been diagnosed with secondary hyperparathyroidism

A 60-year-old female has recently been diagnosed with secondary hyperparathyroidism, due to stage 5 chronic kidney disease. Her most recent blood results show a parathyroid hormone level of 400ng/L. 

Which is the most appropriate first-line medical therapy she should be started on?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.