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Thyroid and Parathyroid DiseasesMedical and Surgical Management
2009
304 pp,
32 tables,
188 illustrations
hardcover
ISBN: 9781588905185
An invaluable reference for managing thyroid and parathyroid disease
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Thyroid and Parathyroid Diseases: Medical and Surgical Management is a state-of-the-art reference for optimizing the care of patients with thyroid and parathyroid diseases. The book opens with a thorough discussion of anatomy, physiology, and imaging of the thyroid. The chapters that follow are divided into three main sections that cover the medical and surgical treatments for benign thyroid diseases, thyroid malignancy, and parathyroid diseases. An additional section addresses special topics, such as the use of ultrasound and radio-guided surgical approaches.
Highlights:
Clinical insights from respected leaders in the field of thyroid and parathyroid surgery
Detailed discussion of potential complications, such as recurrent laryngeal nerve injury and postoperative hypoparathyroidism, with recommendations on how to manage them
188 high-quality images and illustrations to aid comprehension of innovative concepts
From advanced techniques in parathyroid surgery to minimally invasive surgery in the outpatient setting, this book provides otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, endocrine surgeons, endocrinologists, and residents in these specialties with essential information for everyday clinical practice.
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