Primary Hyperparathyroidism — Flashcards

To prove the possibility of parathyroid graft hyperplasia, the ratio of the PTH levels should be greater than _____ on Casanova test

Drop of PTH to _____ the maximum value at 10 min postresection is considered an adequate resection in a parathyroid adenoma by the Miami criteria

The most common site of ectopic parathyroid gland in recurrent or persistent hyperparathyroidism is _____

Parathyroid insufficiency post thyroidectomy presents usually _____ post-op

If the localisation for an ectopic parathyroid is negative and Casanova test is also negative the next best step in persistent PTH would be _____

If there is no drop in PTH level, post parathyroidectomy, then a multi-gland disease is suspected and the surgery is converted to a _____ exploration.

The following resection is done in a _____thyroidectomy

The following resection is done in a _____thyroidectomy

The following resection is done in a _____thyroidectomy

_____ retractor is a self-retaining retractor used in thyroid surgery