What is the utility of near-infrared autofluorescence (NIRAF) imaging during parathyroid surgery?
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In what clinical scenarios could the use of near-infrared autofluorescence (NIRAF) imaging be beneficial?
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Endocrinology · Boston University School of Medicine
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Parathyroid tissue emits auto fluorescence (AF) in the near infrared spectral range of 700-900 nm when excited by a 785 nm diode laser. It was thought that this technology during surgery could identify parathyroid gland disease from normal parathyroid glands. Thus near-infrared auto fluorescence (NI...
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Endocrinology · Vdex Louisville
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It's not useful and helpful.
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