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Effect of Hypoalbuminemia in Patients Undergoing Parathyroidectomy for Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Objectives Treatment for primary hyperparathyroidism is parathyroidectomy. This study identifies the association between hypoalbuminemia (HA) and outcomes in patients undergoing parathyroidectomy for primary hyperparathyroidism. Methods This retrospective cohort analysis utilized the 2006–2015 Natio...
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Published in: | The Laryngoscope 2023-08, Vol.133 (8), p.2035-2039 |
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Main Authors: | , , , , , , |
Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Summary: | Objectives
Treatment for primary hyperparathyroidism is parathyroidectomy. This study identifies the association between hypoalbuminemia (HA) and outcomes in patients undergoing parathyroidectomy for primary hyperparathyroidism.
Methods
This retrospective cohort analysis utilized the 2006–2015 National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database. Current Procedure Terminology codes were used to identify patients undergoing parathyroidectomy for primary hyperparathyroidism. Prolonged length of stay (LOS) was defined as a duration of 2 days or greater. Demographics and comorbidities were compared between HA (serum albumin |
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ISSN: | 0023-852X 1531-4995 |
DOI: | 10.1002/lary.30691 |