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[The surgical treatment of parathyroid hyperfunction; comments on 16 cases]
M R Diaconsescu1, L Vexler, I Costea
1Clinica a IV-a Chirurgie, Universitatea de Medicina şi Farmacie Gr. T. Popa, Iaşi.
Chirurgia (Bucharest, Romania : 1990)
|November 1, 1996
Summary
This study reviewed 16 cases of parathyroid hyperfunction, detailing diagnostic methods and surgical treatments like adenoma excision and parathyroidectomy. Outcomes were favorable, with no postoperative complications in these hyperparathyroidism patients.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Surgical Pathology
Context:
- Presents 16 cases of parathyroid hyperfunction, encompassing primary and secondary forms.
- Highlights diagnostic challenges, including incidental discovery and identification in dialysis patients.
Purpose:
- To describe the diagnostic circumstances and surgical management of parathyroid hyperfunction.
- To report outcomes of surgical interventions for parathyroid disorders.
Summary:
- Details 13 primary and 3 secondary hyperparathyroidism cases.
- Surgical treatments included 12 adenoma excisions and 3 subtotal parathyroidectomies.
- Associated surgeries involved thyroid procedures and treatment for urinary/skeletal conditions.
Impact:
- Demonstrates successful surgical treatment of parathyroid hyperfunction with no postoperative morbidity or mortality.
- Provides insights into managing complex endocrine and surgical cases.