Children are at a high risk of hypocalcaemia and hypoparathyroidism after total thyroidectomy

Volume: 55, Issue: 7, Pages: 1260 - 1264
Published: Jul 1, 2020
Abstract
Purpose Disruption of calcium homeostasis is the most common complication after total thyroidectomy in adults. We explored the incidence and risk factors of hypocalcaemia and hypoparathyroidism after total thyroidectomy in children (≤18 years of age). Methods One hundred six children underwent total thyroidectomy. Patient, operative and outcome data were collected and analyzed. Results The indication for surgery was Graves' disease in 52...
Paper Details
Title
Children are at a high risk of hypocalcaemia and hypoparathyroidism after total thyroidectomy
Published Date
Jul 1, 2020
Volume
55
Issue
7
Pages
1260 - 1264
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