An Optimal Algorithm for Intraoperative Parathyroid Hormone Monitoring

Melanie L. Richards
2011 Archives of Surgery  
A minimally invasive approach to primary hyperparathyroidism is equivalent to bilateral exploration when intraoperative parathyroid hormone (IOPTH) monitoring is used. The optimal strategy for the monitoring has been debated. Hypothesis: There exists an optimal strategy for IOPTH monitoring. Design: Retrospective study. Setting: Tertiary referral hospital.
doi:10.1001/archsurg.2011.5 pmid:21422358 fatcat:duqdje66cvfclee5hvhjujggfu