How many parathyroid glands can be identified during thyroidectomy?

Volume: 50, Issue: 1, Pages: 14 - 21
Published: Dec 13, 2017
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to provide guidance for medical experts regarding malpractice claims on permanent hypoparathyroidism by analyzing the number of parathyroid glands (PGs) identified during thyroidectomy and the clinical outcome. Parathyroid findings were documented in a standardized protocol for 357 patients undergoing thyroidectomy and treated by a single specialized surgeon. The resected thyroid was routinely dissected for...
Paper Details
Title
How many parathyroid glands can be identified during thyroidectomy?
Published Date
Dec 13, 2017
Volume
50
Issue
1
Pages
14 - 21
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