The utility of the radionuclide probe in parathyroidectomy for primary hyperparathyroidism.

CONCLUSIONS RNP use is associated with fewer false positives and reduced operative failure than IOPTH measurement. It also has a higher sensitivity and positive predictive value. RNP use is recommended in centres that have the required facilities. PMID: 28462641 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Ann R Coll Surg Engl Source Type: research