Avoiding Complications of Thyroidectomy: Preservation of Parathyroid Glands.
Publication/Presentation Date
2-1-2024
Abstract
Preservation of functional parathyroid glands during thyroidectomy and central neck surgery is crucial to avoid the common but serious complication of hypoparathyroidism. The first requirement is a solid foundational knowledge of anatomy and embryology which then enables the surgeon to use meticulous anticipatory dissection with identification and preservation of blood supply to the parathyroids. When preservation of blood supply is not possible, autotransplantation should be performed. New technologies harnessing the natural phenomenon of parathyroid autofluorescence to detect parathyroid tissue and indocyanine green to perform angiography may lead to improved outcomes with low risk to patients.
Volume
57
Issue
1
First Page
63
Last Page
74
ISSN
1557-8259
Published In/Presented At
Cottrill E. E. (2024). Avoiding Complications of Thyroidectomy: Preservation of Parathyroid Glands. Otolaryngologic clinics of North America, 57(1), 63–74. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.otc.2023.07.009
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
37659862
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article