ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
PARATHYROID
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Question
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Possible failure of parathyroid localization in parathyroid surgery except
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Lack of surgeon experience
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History of previous thyroidectomy
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Multiple parathyroid gland
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It is located on the carotid sheath
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Potential problems that could happen after this surgery include: Infection. A collection of blood (hematoma) under the skin of the neck that causes swelling and pressure. Long-term low calcium levels due to removal of or damage to all four parathyroid glands.
Detailed explanation-2: -The inferior parathyroid glands are more variable in location and are most commonly found near the lower thyroid pole of the thyroid. Recurrent laryngeal nerve and parathyroid relationship.
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