Open AccessAnesthetic techniques and parathyroid hormone levels: Predictor of surgical decisions
Author(s) -
Sukhminder Jit Singh Bajwa
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
indian journal of endocrinology and metabolism
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.456
H-Index - 28
eISSN - 2230-9500
pISSN - 2230-8210
DOI - 10.4103/2230-8210.117214
Subject(s) - medicine , perioperative , anesthetic , parathyroid hormone , endocrine system , intensive care medicine , hormone , surgery , anesthesia , general surgery , calcium
Endocrine surgeries have always been challenging and throw numerous challenges to the surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the endocrinologists. A thorough knowledge of the pathophysiological aspects associated with endocrinopathies is mandatory for the attending anesthesiologist. Parathyroid surgery is a very delicate procedure that requires immense and meticulous preparation during the perioperative period for achieving a clinical outcome. Parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels during intra-operative period can influence the decision making in surgery. Anesthetic techniques also play a significant role in the secretion of PTH during perioperative period, which can be decisive in re-assessment of surgical procedure on operation table. The present communication briefly outlines the various anesthetic techniques, which influence the secretion of PTH and also influence surgical decision making.