[Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1: a possible cause of severe and recurrent urolithiasis]

Prog Urol. 2006 Jun;16(3):376-7.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Multiple endocrine neoplasia (MEN) is defined by the presence of at least two functionally unrelated endocrine gland tumours in the same subject. There are three types of MEN. MEN type 1 (or Wermer syndrome) is an autosomal dominant cancer syndrome. In the light of a case report, the authors recall the characteristics of MEN type 1 responsible for severe and recurrent urolithiasis and emphasize the need for systematic aetiological work-up for all patients presenting a first episode of urolithiasis according to the guidelines of the Association Française d'Urologie Stone Committee (CLAFU).

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1 / complications*
  • Recurrence
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Urinary Calculi / etiology*