For some endocrine conditions, surgery is the best treatment option and can relieve symptoms. An endocrine surgeon will explain your options and help you decide if surgery is right for you. You’ll ...

High baseline parathyroid hormone levels were associated with single-gland disease and successful localization of the affected gland on preoperative imaging, aiding surgical planning for ...

Have you been diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism or an endocrine-related condition that needs surgery? The UAB Section of Endocrine Surgery is honored to serve and treat patients of Alabama and beyond ...

There are usually four parathyroid glands situated in the neck, but in about 10% of people one or more of the glands are located in the mediastinum. Parathyroid tumours (most commonly benign adenomas) ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Adults with mild hyperparathyroidism who underwent a parathyroidectomy did not have a difference in fracture ...

dialysis hemodialysis machine The hospitalization rate and number of hospital days increased significantly in the year after parathyroidectomy vs the year before, whereas dialysis visits and office ...

HKUMed researchers find a significant association between PHPT and the risk of developing diabetes. Pictured (from right) are Dr Matrix Fung Man-him, Dr David Lui Tak-wai, Dr Liu Xiaodong, Professor ...

UAB Department of Surgery Fay Fletcher Kerner Chair Herbert Chen, M.D., has been featured by UAB MedCast to explain the signs, symptoms, and potential complications of parathyroid disease. Chen ...