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Last updated: 02/17/2009
The incision should be watched for signs of infection. In general, no special wound care is required.
The calcium level is monitored during the first 48 hours after the operation by obtaining frequent blood samples for laboratory analysis.
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individuals require only two or three days of hospitalization to recover from the operation. They can usually resume most of their normal activities within one to two weeks.
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Also known as "Parathyroid gland removal", Parathyroidectomy is the surgical removal of one or more parathyroid glands. This procedure is used to remove primary tumors or hyperplasia of the glands, especially when they produce excessive parathyroid hormone. As drugs such as Fosamax do not treat the underlying cause of parathyroid-related osteoporosis, surgery is the only cure. Bone loss is reversible.
The location of the glands is generally behind the thyroid, but there is a lot of variation. Usually, the location of an enlarged gland has been confirmed via a sestamibi scan or on ultrasound.
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The development of the operative plan for a type of complex procedure requires weeks of planning and extensive study of the recipient patient’s clinical exam, radiological studies, and prior operative history.
-Dr. Daniel Alam
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