T Franzke1, C Frömke, J Jähne. 1. Abteilung für Allgemein- und Visceralchirurgie, Schwerpunkt endokrine und onkologische Chirurgie, Diakoniekrankenhaus Henriettenstiftung Hannover gGmbH, Marienstraße 72-90, 30171, Hannover, Deutschland.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Postoperative hypoparathryroidism is the most common complication following thyroid resection. Currently the data about the quality of out-patient management is inadequate. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Between 2003 and 2006 a total of 1,966 resections were performed and retrospectively analyzed. RESULTS: Of the patients 14% developed temporary hypoparathyroidism and permanent hypoparathyroidism was seen in 0.37%. The extent of resection and female sex were significant risk factors. The recommendation to wean calcium substitution was only performed in 18% of affected patients. CONCLUSION: The results demonstrated that the quality of out-patient management in cases of postoperative hypoparathyroidism after thyroid resection is insufficient.
BACKGROUND:Postoperative hypoparathryroidism is the most common complication following thyroid resection. Currently the data about the quality of out-patient management is inadequate. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Between 2003 and 2006 a total of 1,966 resections were performed and retrospectively analyzed. RESULTS: Of the patients 14% developed temporary hypoparathyroidism and permanent hypoparathyroidism was seen in 0.37%. The extent of resection and female sex were significant risk factors. The recommendation to wean calcium substitution was only performed in 18% of affected patients. CONCLUSION: The results demonstrated that the quality of out-patient management in cases of postoperative hypoparathyroidism after thyroid resection is insufficient.
Authors: M Testini; L Rosato; N Avenia; F Basile; P Portincasa; G Piccinni; G Lissidini; A Biondi; A Gurrado; M Nacchiero Journal: Transplant Proc Date: 2007 Jan-Feb Impact factor: 1.066
Authors: F Pattou; F Combemale; S Fabre; B Carnaille; M Decoulx; J L Wemeau; A Racadot; C Proye Journal: World J Surg Date: 1998-07 Impact factor: 3.352