Calcium and vitamin D before thyroid surgery to prevent low calcium
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking calcium and vitamin D3 before thyroid surgery helps prevent low calcium levels (which can cause symptoms) compared to taking calcium alone. It may help you avoid uncomfortable side effects after your operation.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have multiple nodules on your thyroid gland, confirmed by tests.
- You are in good overall health (ASA grade 1 or 2), meaning no major heart or kidney problems.
- You still have at least one parathyroid gland that is working (the small glands near your thyroid that control calcium).
- You are not pregnant and do not have other endocrine conditions that require surgery.
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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