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During parathyroidectomy, the parathyroid glands are removed.
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Conditions Treated with Parathyroidectomy:
Parathyroidectomy may be performed in cases of parathyroid cancer, enlarged parathyroid glands that are causing hyperparathyroidism or parathyroid hyperplasia of all four glands.
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There are
no comparable non-surgical alternatives to parathyroidectomy. Minimally
invasive parathyroidectomy may be performed as a surgical alternative.
Anesthesia with Parathyroidectomy:
Parathyroidectomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from Parathyroidectomy:
Possible risks following parathyroidectomy include infection, bleeding, blood clots and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible to experience neck pain, painful swallowing, hypoparathyroidism, hypocalcemia and injury to nearby organs and tissues.
Prognosis after Parathyroidectomy:
The prognosis for a positive end result following parathyroidectomy is good.
Recovery from Parathyroidectomy:
Total recovery from parathyroidectomy takes one to two weeks.
