Analysis of the role of thyroidectomy and thymectomy in the surgical treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism

ConclusionsParathyroidectomy with thymectomy and/or thyroidectomy has an important role in the treatment of renal hyperparathyroidism since thyroid cancer can frequently occur and require surgery. Thymectomy should be considered to avoid recurrence and a risky re-operation.
Source: American Journal of Otolaryngology - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research