Population-based studies have demonstrated that an increasing number of incidental
thyroid nodules are being identified. The corresponding increase in thyroid-based …

Introduction Continuous efforts in surgical speciality aim to improve outcome. Therefore,
correlation of volume and outcome, developing subspecialization, and identification of …

BACKGROUND: Our group championed the techniques and benefits of unilateral
parathyroidectomy. As our experience has matured, it seems this limited operation might be …

Background Parathyroidectomy is a definitive treatment for primary hyperparathyroidism.
Patients contemplating this intervention will benefit from knowledge regarding the expected …

Background The interest in correlation between hospital and surgeon practice volume and
postoperative outcomes has grown considerably over the last decades; it has been …

BACKGROUND: The introduction of limited explorations (LE) for parathyroidectomy
broadened the management possibilities for hyperparathyroidism. We sought to document …

In the Western world, primary hyperparathyroidism is now a relatively common disorder that
is diagnosed in 0.7% of the general population and in 2% of postmenopausal women …

Objective: To determine whether surgical volume influences the cause of operative failures
after parathyroidectomy for hyperparathyroidism. Summary and Background Data: The …

Importance Untreated primary hyperparathyroidism impairs quality of life and incurs
substantial costs. Parathyroidectomy is a low-risk, high-success, definitive intervention …

Objective: The aim of the study was to determine severe hypocalcemia rate following
thyroidectomy and factors associated with its occurrence. Background: Hypocalcemia is the …