Outcome of protracted hypoparathyroidism after total thyroidectomy

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Authors

Antonio Sitges‐Serra · Hospital Universitari de Vic

Sabina Ruiz · Pompeu Fabra University

Meritxell Girvent · Pompeu Fabra University

H Manjón · Hospital Universitari de Vic

Juan Pablo Dueñas · Hospital Universitari de Vic

J. Sancho · Hospital Universitari de Vic

Abstract

Higher serum calcium levels at 1 month after total thyroidectomy are associated with recovery of parathyroid function. It is hypothesized that intensive medical treatment of hypocalcaemia-'parathyroid splinting'-may improve the outcome of patients with protracted HPP.

Topics & Keywords

Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery Parathyroid Disorders and Treatments Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: British journal of surgery

Volume 97, Issue 11, pp. 1687-1695

DOI: 10.1002/bjs.7219

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