[A case of 2-stage traumatic rupture of the abdominal aorta].

A case of post traumatic rupture of the abdominal aorta, secondary to blunt abdominal trauma, is reported. Treatment was in two stages due to its masking by an extensive retroperitoneal hematoma. Review of the literature discloses its extreme rarity and poor prognosis.

[Thoughts about 20 cases of hyperparathyroidism (author's transl)].

The analysis of 20 personal cases of parathyroid hyperplasia or adenoma suggest the following conclusions: 1. The importance of dosage of the parathormone is a decisive factor of the diagnosis and yields data: a) in relation with the volume of the adenoma; b) that return to normal 24 hours after resection; c) that constitute the proof of complete resection. 2.