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==Overview==
==Overview==
Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) is an autosomal dominant asymptomatic condition which occurs due to an inactivating [[missense mutation]] in the calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR) located on the short arm of the [[chromosome]] 3 (FBHH3q). CaSR is a [[plasma membrane]] G protein-coupled receptor which is expressed on the [[Parathyroid gland|parathyroid glands]] and the renal tubules which has the ability to sense any changes in the circulating calcium concentrated and send this information through the signaling pathway to the parathyroid gland that modifies the PTH secretion. FHH can sometimes present with signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia such as [[Confusion|confusion,]] [[fatigue]], [[muscle weakness]], [[constipation]], [[anorexia]], [[anhedonia]], [[Headache|headaches]], [[gastroesophageal reflux]], [[polyuria]], [[polydipsia]], [[Palpitations|palpitations,]] [[Nausea|nausea,]] [[vomiting]], thinning of hair. Very rarely it can present with complications such as [[pancreatitis]], [[gallstones]], [[chondrocalcinosis]]. Patients with FHH should be differentiated from the primary hyperparathyroidism to avoid unnecessary [[parathyroidectomy]]. Calcium creatinine clearance can be used to differentiate between FHH and primary [[hypercalcemia]]. Patients with FHH has a lifespan and quality of living similar to that of the general population.


==Historical Perspective==
==Historical Perspective==
Until 1966 many asymptomatic hypercalcemic patients were identified to have familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia, then Jackson and Boonstra described their first patient with hypercalcemia presumed to have hyperparathyroidism. He wasn't cured despite the removal of three and a half hyperplastic parathyroid glands. Subsequently, seventeen family members with hypercalcemia were identified in three generation.
Until 1966 many asymptomatic hypercalcemic patients were identified to have familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia, then Jackson and Boonstra described their first patient with hypercalcemia presumed to have [[hyperparathyroidism]]. He wasn't cured despite the removal of three and a half [[Parathyroid gland|hyperplastic parathyroid glands.]] Subsequently, seventeen family members with hypercalcemia were identified in three generation.


==Classification==
==Classification==
Three genetically heterogeneous variants are reported so far for familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.  
Three genetically heterogeneous variants are reported so far for [[familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia]]. Type 1 - due to loss-of-functional mutations of the calcium-sensing receptor (encoded by CASR). Type 2 - unknown cause. Type 3 - associated with adaptor-related protein complex 2, sigma 1 subunit (AP2S1) mutations, which alter calcium-sensing receptor endocytosis.
Type 1 - due to loss-of-functional mutations of the calcium-sensing receptor (encoded by CASR). Type 2 - unknown cause.
Type 3 - associated with adaptor-related protein complex 2, sigma 1 subunit (AP2S1) mutations, which alter calcium-sensing receptor endocytosis


==Pathophysiology==
==Pathophysiology==
The pathophysiology of Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia is due to an inactivating missense mutation in the calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR) located on the short arm of the chromosome 3 (FBHH3q). The mutation of CaSR is associated with two inherited conditions FBHH and neonatal hyperparathyroidism. CaSR is a plasma membrane G protein-coupled receptor which is expressed on the chief cells of the parathyroid glands and the cells lining the renal tubules. CasR has the ability to sense any changes in the circulating calcium concentrated and send this information through the signaling pathway to the Parathyroid gland that modifies the PTH secretion.
The pathophysiology of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia is due to an inactivating missense mutation in the calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR) located on the short arm of the chromosome 3 (FBHH3q). The mutation of CaSR is associated with two inherited conditions FBHH and [[neonatal hyperparathyroidism]]. CaSR is a plasma membrane G protein-coupled receptor which is expressed on the [[chief cells]] of the parathyroid glands and the cells lining the [[renal tubules]]. CasR has the ability to sense any changes in levels of the circulating calcium concentration and send this information through the signaling pathway to the [[parathyroid gland]] that modifies the PTH secretion.


==Causes==
==Causes==
FHH is caused by a mutation in the CaSR gene located on chromosome 3. The calcium-sensing receptor is a plasma membrane [[G protein-coupled receptor]] that is expressed on the [[chief cells]] of the [[parathyroid gland]] and the lining the [[kidney]] tubule. CaSR has the ability to sense small changes in [[circulating calcium]] concentration and send this information to intracellular signaling pathways that modify PTH secretion or renal calcium handling. Inherited abnormalities of the CaSR gene located on [[Chromosome 3|chromosome 3p13.3-21]] can cause either [[hypercalcemia]] or [[hypocalcemia]] depending upon whether they are inactivating or activating. [[Heterozygous]] loss-of-functional mutations give rise to FHH, a lifelong asymptomatic [[Hypercalcemia|hypercalcemia.]] The [[homozygous]] condition manifests as neonatal severe [[hyperparathyroidism]], a rare disorder characterized by extreme [[hypercalcemia]] and the bony changes of [[hyperparathyroidism]]. The disorder autosomal dominant hypocalcemia is due to gain-of-function mutations in the CaSR gene, this can be asymptomatic or presents with [[seizures]]. FHH is classified into three types Type-1: caused by [[loss-of-function]] [[mutations]] of the CaSR, a [[G protein-coupled receptor|G-protein coupled receptor]] that predominantly signals via [[G protein|G-protein]] subunit alpha-11 (Gα11) to regulate calcium homeostasis located on chromosome 3q13.3-q21. Type-2: caused by [[heterozygous]] mutation in the GNA11 gene on chromosome 19p13. Type-3: caused by [[Mutation|heterozygous mutation]] in the AP2S1 gene on chromosome 19q13.


==Differentiating ((Page name)) from Other Diseases==
==Differentiating Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia from Other Diseases==
Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia must be differentiated from [[primary hyperparathyroidism]] to avoid unnecessary [[parathyroidectomy]]. Calcium Creatinine Clearance Ratio is used to differentiate FHH from [[primary hyperparathyroidism]], ratios < 0.01 are suggestive of FHH  and > 0.01 are suggestive of [[primary hyperparathyroidism]]. This genetic test of the CaSR gene is the gold standard. If negative, [[genetic testing]] for mutation of G alpha 11 and AP2S1 can diagnose FHH2 and FHH3, respectively.


==Epidemiology and Demographics==
==Epidemiology and Demographics==
There is insufficient evidence about the [[incidence]] of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia. The [[prevalence]] of [[FHH]] is estimated to be 0.78 in 100,000 [[hypercalcemia]] cases. Patients of all age groups may develop [[Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia|familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.]]  There is neither racial or gender predisposition for familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.


==Risk Factors==
==Risk Factors==
There are no established risk factors for [[familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia]] other than the positive family history of benign hypercalcemia.


==Screening==
==Screening==
Prenatal testing for FHH is not recommended routinely.  
Prenatal testing for FHH is not recommended routinely. If both parents have type-1 FHH, their children should be screened for CaSR mutation. [[Genetic screening]] for the CaSR familial mutation is also offered to family members of affected individuals. CaSR and AP2S1 sequencing are done in patients with familial hyperparathyroidism and phenotype suggesting FHH. Children with higher serum [[calcium]] and [[magnesium]] levels with associated learning difficulties may suggest the presence of an AP2S1 mutation and may require further genetic evaluation.
If both parents have type-1 FHH, their children should be screened for CASR mutation.
Genetic screening for the CASR familial mutation is also offered to family members of affected individuals.  
CaSR and AP2S1 sequencing are done in patients with familial hyperparathyroidism and phenotype suggesting FHH.  
Learning disabilities in patients, associated with higher serum calcium and magnesium levels may suggest the presence of AP2S1 mutation and may require further genetic evaluation..
==Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis==
==Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis==
 
Very rarely familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia can cause complications such as [[pancreatitis]], [[gallstones]], [[chondrocalcinosis]]. Prognosis is excellent and patients with FHH have a normal lifespan.


==Diagnosis==
==Diagnosis==
===Diagnostic Criteria===
===Diagnostic Criteria===
The diagnosis of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia is based on the presence of asymptomatic hypercalcemia in the multiple family members, [[hypercalcemia]], and [[hypocalciuria]].


===History and Symptoms===
===History and Symptoms===
The majority of patients with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) are asymptomatic. Very rarely can present with signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia such as [[confusion]], [[fatigue]], [[muscle weakness]], [[Constipation|constipation,]] [[anorexia]], [[anhedonia]], [[headaches]], [[gastroesophageal reflux]], [[polyuria]], [[polydipsia]], [[palpitations]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]] and thinning of hair.


===Physical Examination===
===Physical Examination===
Physical examination of patients with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) is usually unremarkable. Very rarely patients may have examination findings due to [[hypercalcemia]].


===Laboratory Findings===
===Laboratory Findings===
[[Calcium creatinine clearance ratio]] is used to differentiate [[Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia|FHH]] from primary hyperparathyroidism, a ratio < 0.01 is suggestive of FHH and > 0.01 is suggestive of [[primary hyperparathyroidism]]. Calcium creatinine clearance ratio = [24-hour urine Ca  x  serum Cr]  ÷  [serum Ca  x  24-hour urine Cr].


===Electrocardiogram===
===Electrocardiogram===
There are no echocardiography/ultrasound findings associated with FHH.


===X-ray===
===X-ray===
There are no x-ray findings associated with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH).


===Ultrasound===
===Ultrasound===
There are no ultrasound findings associated with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.


===CT scan===
===CT scan===
There are no CT scan findings associated with FHH.


===MRI===
===MRI===
 
There are no MRI findings associated with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.
===Other Imaging Findings===


===Other Diagnostic Studies===
===Other Diagnostic Studies===
The gene responsible for familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia maps to chromosome 3q. [[DNA sequencing|DNA sequencing test]] may be helpful in the diagnosis of FHH. The test detects mutations including [[point mutations]], deletions, [[insertions]], and rearrangements in the [[Coding sequence|coding sequences]] of CaSR.


==Treatment==
==Treatment==
===Medical Therapy===
===Medical Therapy===
There is no treatment for familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia as it is a benign condition. However, the avoidance of parathyroidectomy should be emphasized to the FHH diagnosed patients.


===Surgery===
===Surgery===
Surgical intervention is not recommended for the management of FHH. Very rarely its done in patients with associated [[pancreatitis]], [[parathyroid adenoma]], [[hyperparathyroidism]], and [[hypercalciuria]].


===Primary Prevention===
===Primary Prevention===
There are no established measures for the primary prevention of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.


===Secondary Prevention===
===Secondary Prevention===
Secondary prevention of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia includes monitoring for serum calcium annually.


==References==
==References==

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Overview

Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) is an autosomal dominant asymptomatic condition which occurs due to an inactivating missense mutation in the calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR) located on the short arm of the chromosome 3 (FBHH3q). CaSR is a plasma membrane G protein-coupled receptor which is expressed on the parathyroid glands and the renal tubules which has the ability to sense any changes in the circulating calcium concentrated and send this information through the signaling pathway to the parathyroid gland that modifies the PTH secretion. FHH can sometimes present with signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia such as confusion, fatigue, muscle weakness, constipation, anorexia, anhedonia, headaches, gastroesophageal reflux, polyuria, polydipsia, palpitations, nausea, vomiting, thinning of hair. Very rarely it can present with complications such as pancreatitis, gallstones, chondrocalcinosis. Patients with FHH should be differentiated from the primary hyperparathyroidism to avoid unnecessary parathyroidectomy. Calcium creatinine clearance can be used to differentiate between FHH and primary hypercalcemia. Patients with FHH has a lifespan and quality of living similar to that of the general population.

Historical Perspective

Until 1966 many asymptomatic hypercalcemic patients were identified to have familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia, then Jackson and Boonstra described their first patient with hypercalcemia presumed to have hyperparathyroidism. He wasn't cured despite the removal of three and a half hyperplastic parathyroid glands. Subsequently, seventeen family members with hypercalcemia were identified in three generation.

Classification

Three genetically heterogeneous variants are reported so far for familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia. Type 1 - due to loss-of-functional mutations of the calcium-sensing receptor (encoded by CASR). Type 2 - unknown cause. Type 3 - associated with adaptor-related protein complex 2, sigma 1 subunit (AP2S1) mutations, which alter calcium-sensing receptor endocytosis.

Pathophysiology

The pathophysiology of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia is due to an inactivating missense mutation in the calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR) located on the short arm of the chromosome 3 (FBHH3q). The mutation of CaSR is associated with two inherited conditions FBHH and neonatal hyperparathyroidism. CaSR is a plasma membrane G protein-coupled receptor which is expressed on the chief cells of the parathyroid glands and the cells lining the renal tubules. CasR has the ability to sense any changes in levels of the circulating calcium concentration and send this information through the signaling pathway to the parathyroid gland that modifies the PTH secretion.

Causes

FHH is caused by a mutation in the CaSR gene located on chromosome 3. The calcium-sensing receptor is a plasma membrane G protein-coupled receptor that is expressed on the chief cells of the parathyroid gland and the lining the kidney tubule. CaSR has the ability to sense small changes in circulating calcium concentration and send this information to intracellular signaling pathways that modify PTH secretion or renal calcium handling. Inherited abnormalities of the CaSR gene located on chromosome 3p13.3-21 can cause either hypercalcemia or hypocalcemia depending upon whether they are inactivating or activating. Heterozygous loss-of-functional mutations give rise to FHH, a lifelong asymptomatic hypercalcemia. The homozygous condition manifests as neonatal severe hyperparathyroidism, a rare disorder characterized by extreme hypercalcemia and the bony changes of hyperparathyroidism. The disorder autosomal dominant hypocalcemia is due to gain-of-function mutations in the CaSR gene, this can be asymptomatic or presents with seizures. FHH is classified into three types Type-1: caused by loss-of-function mutations of the CaSR, a G-protein coupled receptor that predominantly signals via G-protein subunit alpha-11 (Gα11) to regulate calcium homeostasis located on chromosome 3q13.3-q21. Type-2: caused by heterozygous mutation in the GNA11 gene on chromosome 19p13. Type-3: caused by heterozygous mutation in the AP2S1 gene on chromosome 19q13.

Differentiating Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia from Other Diseases

Familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia must be differentiated from primary hyperparathyroidism to avoid unnecessary parathyroidectomy. Calcium Creatinine Clearance Ratio is used to differentiate FHH from primary hyperparathyroidism, ratios < 0.01 are suggestive of FHH and > 0.01 are suggestive of primary hyperparathyroidism. This genetic test of the CaSR gene is the gold standard. If negative, genetic testing for mutation of G alpha 11 and AP2S1 can diagnose FHH2 and FHH3, respectively.

Epidemiology and Demographics

There is insufficient evidence about the incidence of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia. The prevalence of FHH is estimated to be 0.78 in 100,000 hypercalcemia cases. Patients of all age groups may develop familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia. There is neither racial or gender predisposition for familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.

Risk Factors

There are no established risk factors for familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia other than the positive family history of benign hypercalcemia.

Screening

Prenatal testing for FHH is not recommended routinely. If both parents have type-1 FHH, their children should be screened for CaSR mutation. Genetic screening for the CaSR familial mutation is also offered to family members of affected individuals. CaSR and AP2S1 sequencing are done in patients with familial hyperparathyroidism and phenotype suggesting FHH. Children with higher serum calcium and magnesium levels with associated learning difficulties may suggest the presence of an AP2S1 mutation and may require further genetic evaluation.

Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis

Very rarely familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia can cause complications such as pancreatitis, gallstones, chondrocalcinosis. Prognosis is excellent and patients with FHH have a normal lifespan.

Diagnosis

Diagnostic Criteria

The diagnosis of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia is based on the presence of asymptomatic hypercalcemia in the multiple family members, hypercalcemia, and hypocalciuria.

History and Symptoms

The majority of patients with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) are asymptomatic. Very rarely can present with signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia such as confusion, fatigue, muscle weakness, constipation, anorexia, anhedonia, headaches, gastroesophageal reflux, polyuria, polydipsia, palpitations, nausea, vomiting and thinning of hair.

Physical Examination

Physical examination of patients with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH) is usually unremarkable. Very rarely patients may have examination findings due to hypercalcemia.

Laboratory Findings

Calcium creatinine clearance ratio is used to differentiate FHH from primary hyperparathyroidism, a ratio < 0.01 is suggestive of FHH and > 0.01 is suggestive of primary hyperparathyroidism. Calcium creatinine clearance ratio = [24-hour urine Ca x serum Cr] ÷ [serum Ca x 24-hour urine Cr].

Electrocardiogram

There are no echocardiography/ultrasound findings associated with FHH.

X-ray

There are no x-ray findings associated with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia (FHH).

Ultrasound

There are no ultrasound findings associated with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.

CT scan

There are no CT scan findings associated with FHH.

MRI

There are no MRI findings associated with familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.

Other Diagnostic Studies

The gene responsible for familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia maps to chromosome 3q. DNA sequencing test may be helpful in the diagnosis of FHH. The test detects mutations including point mutations, deletions, insertions, and rearrangements in the coding sequences of CaSR.

Treatment

Medical Therapy

There is no treatment for familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia as it is a benign condition. However, the avoidance of parathyroidectomy should be emphasized to the FHH diagnosed patients.

Surgery

Surgical intervention is not recommended for the management of FHH. Very rarely its done in patients with associated pancreatitis, parathyroid adenoma, hyperparathyroidism, and hypercalciuria.

Primary Prevention

There are no established measures for the primary prevention of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia.

Secondary Prevention

Secondary prevention of familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia includes monitoring for serum calcium annually.

References


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