A Targeted Parathyroidectomy Using Guide Wire Technique in a Pregnant Patient with Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Year: 2009
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Primary hyperparathyroidism may cause fetal demise in pregnant patients if prompt diagnosis and treatment is not initiated. The paper describes a novel guide wire technique for a targeted parathyroidectomy, which may reduce the risk to mother and fetus and be useful in other related circumstances.
DOI: 10.1155/2009/361427
Authors: E. Kandil, S. Faruqui, J. Alharash, H. Alabbas, B. Rodgers, B. Blank, B. M. Jaffe
Institution: Tulane University
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $800
OpenAlex ID: W1963604217