Inadvertent parathyroidectomy during thyroid surgery
ConclusionInadvertent parathyroidectomy is a potential risk during thyroid surgery but post-operative hypocalcaemia as a result is rare. Malignancy and more extensive surgery appear to carry an increased risk for this complication.
Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research
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