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Parathyroid Biopsy


•	Definition
•	Why is the Test Performed?
•	How is the Test Performed?
•	How to Prepare for the Test?
•	How will the Test Feel?
•	Normal Values
•	What do Abnormal Results Mean?
•	Risks
•	Pictures & Images
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Alternate Names : Biopsy - Parathyroid

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How will the Test Feel?

After the surgery, you may feel some soreness around the neck incision. You may also have a slight sore throat caused by the breathing tube used during surgery.

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• Definition
• Why is the Test Performed?
• How is the Test Performed?
• How to Prepare for the Test?
• How will the Test Feel?
• Normal Values
• What do Abnormal Results Mean?
• Risks
• Pictures & Images

Topics that might be of interest to you

Diseases & Conditions

• Cancer
• Hyperparathyroidism
• Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) I
• Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) II
• Parathyroid Adenoma
• Parathyroid Hyperplasia
• Tumor

Tests & Exams

• Biopsy
• Calcium - Ionized
• Endotracheal Intubation
• PTH

Other Topics

• Adolescent Test or Procedure Preparation
• Bleeding Into the Skin
• Breathing Difficulty
• Infant Test/Procedure Preparation
• Preschooler Test/Procedure Preparation
• School Age Test/Procedure Preparation
• Toddler Test/Procedure Preparation

Review Date : 11/7/2002
Reviewed By : William G. Wang, M.D., Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, California Pacific Medical Center, San Francisco, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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