Can a special scan replace the hormone test during parathyroid surgery?
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a special scan (choline PET/CT) done before surgery can replace the need for a quick hormone test during parathyroid surgery. It may help make surgery faster and less invasive.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with primary hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands).
- You have had a choline PET/CT scan before your operation.
- Your surgeon plans to measure parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels during the operation.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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