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Home Healthcare Services Hyperparathyroidism Treatment Options

Treatment Options

The treatment is surgical removal of the glands through an incision in the neck. Patients should expect to be released from the hospital the same day of surgery or the following morning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the risks of surgery?

The complication rate for surgery is low, approximately 1 percent. If a complication occurs, it may involve postoperative bleeding, infection, low calcium or recurrent disease requiring more surgery.