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Would you consider recommending parathyroidectomy for primary hyperparathyroidism patients with high calcium and PTH levels, even without traditional criteria, based on recent studies showing reduced anxiety and depression?

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Endocrinology · University of Missouri School of Medicine

Let the patient decide.

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Endocrinology · Boston University School of Medicine

It depends on several factors. If the patient is suitable for surgery without any major significant risk factors then I would definitely proceed especially with a surgeon who has a lot of experience with parathyroidectomy.

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