Risk factors and outcomes of incidental parathyroidectomy in thyroidectomy: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Postoperative hypocalcemia is the most common complication of thyroidectomy. Incidental parathyroidectomy (IP) was thought to be associated with postoperative hypocalcemia. However, according to previous studies, the risk factors and clinical outcomes of IP remain controversial.

Methods

Eligible studies were searched in databases including PubMed, Web of Science, and EMBASE from January 1990 to September 2017. Articles focusing on the relationship between IP and postoperative hypocalcemia were included. The risk of publication bias was assessed using Begg's test and Egger's regression asymmetry test. Pooled analysis was performed to evaluate the effect of IP on postoperative hypocalcemia and related risk factors. Sensitivity analysis was also conducted to test t

SUBMITTER: Bai B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6226183 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature