The role of near-infrared autofluorescence (NIRAF)-imaging as an adjunct in thyroid surgery is well established. However, its diagnostic role in hyperparathyroidism surgery is yet to be defined due to the lack of consensus regarding the autofluorescence (AF) pattern of pathological parathyroid glands. Furthermore, its utility via a direct minimal access has not been assessed. To assess the AF pattern of parathyroid adenomas (PAs) utilizing NIRAF-imaging in minimally invasive video-assisted parathyroidectomy (MIVAP). The clinical records of patients who underwent MIVAP for hyperparathyroidism between February and October 2024 were retrospectively reviewed. The primary endpoint was to assess the AF pattern of PAs. Secondary endpoints included the feasibility of applying NIRAF imaging in MIVAP and whether certain AF patterns of PAs correlated with cell type, size, and/or location. Furthermore, operative-time and cost implications were assessed.
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patterns of autofluorescence in parathyroid adenomas
Timeframe: during surgery