Helpful tool allows physicians to more accurately predict parathyroid cancer recurrence

(American College of Surgeons) A newly-created prognostic tool reliably predicts the recurrence of parathyroid cancer, enabling physicians to identify patients at the highest risk. Consequently, the tool also helps to determine the optimum postoperative strategy, including aggressive surveillance and additional treatments, according to study results published online as an 'article in press' on the Journal of the American College of Surgeons website ahead of print publication.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news