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Long-term Recurrence Rates After Surgery in Primary Hyperparathyroidism.
Muizz Zaman1, Laxshika Raveendran1, Ayla Senay2
1Norton College of Medicine, SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY 13210, USA.
The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism
|June 6, 2023
Summary
Recurrence after parathyroidectomy for primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) is low, with 5- and 10-year rates at 0.23% and 1.03%. Long-term follow-up is recommended for PHPT patients post-surgery.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Surgical Oncology
- Clinical Research
Background:
- Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) is the most common cause of hypercalcemia.
- Long-term recurrence rates after curative surgery for PHPT remain unclear.
Conclusions:
- Approximately 1.56% of sporadic PHPT patients experience recurrence after parathyroidectomy.
- Recurrence rates are not influenced by initial diagnosis or procedure type.
- Consistent long-term patient follow-up is crucial for identifying recurrent disease.
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