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Prevalence and Pathophysiology

In the US, >100,000 People Are Living With Hypoparathyroidism1*

This condition is characterized by insufficient PTH2

A pie-chart that shows the causes of hypoparathyroidism A pie-chart that shows the causes of hypoparathyroidism

PTH plays an essential role in regulating calcium and phosphate in the body2-5

Visual that shows how PTH impacts bones and kidneys Visual that shows how PTH impacts bones and kidneys

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF HYPOPARATHYROIDISM

When PTH is deficient, the body’s calcium and phosphate levels become unbalanced2,3

As a result2,3:

  • Essential functions in the bones, kidneys, and intestines are disrupted
  • Physical well-being can be diminished for patients
* Based on hypoparathyroidism prevalence estimate of 37/100,000 person-years.1
† According to the population-based Rochester Epidemiology Project.1