Open AccessBilateral superficial cervical plexus block for parathyroidectomy during pregnancy: A case report
Author(s) -
JunYoung Chung,
Yo Seob Lee,
S. Pyeon,
Sun-Hee Han,
Hyub Huh
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
world journal of clinical cases
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.368
H-Index - 10
ISSN - 2307-8960
DOI - 10.12998/wjcc.v10.i13.4153
Subject(s) - medicine , parathyroidectomy , primary hyperparathyroidism , pregnancy , gestation , hysterotomy , miscarriage , obstetrics , fetus , surgery , parathyroid hormone , biology , genetics , calcium
Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) is the most common cause of pregnancy-related hypercalcemia. PHPT can cause maternal and fetal complications in pregnant women. General anesthesia for non-obstetric surgery in pregnant women is associated with maternal hazards and concerns regarding long-term neonatal neurocognitive effects. Surgical removal of the lesion in mid-pregnancy is currently the primary treatment option for pregnant patients with PHPT. However, the blood calcium concentration at which surgery should be considered remains under discussion due to the risk of miscarriage.