Study of Factors Predicting Low Calcium Levels After Thyroid Surgery Over 10 Years at Minia University Hospital

What this Trial Is About

This research investigates factors that predict low calcium levels after thyroid surgery, a common complication affecting 20-50% of patients. The study looks at data from patients who had thyroidectomy procedures at Minia University Hospital over a 10-year period from 2014 to 2024. It aims to find clinical and surgical factors associated with both temporary and permanent hypocalcemia to help improve patient care and management. The study reviews medical records of adults who underwent total, subtotal, or completion thyroidectomy. It collects detailed information including demographics, clinical history, lab tests before surgery, surgical details, and postoperative calcium and parathyroid hormone levels measured at various times up to six months after surgery. Statistical analyses will identify risk factors and develop a clinical prediction score to guide future treatment and monitoring. Participants are not actively involved as this is a retrospective study using existing records. Researchers assess outcomes such as incidence of hypocalcemia within six months, requirement for calcium and vitamin D supplements, hospital stay length, emergency visits, and readmissions related to hypocalcemia. Results will help improve strategies for patient counseling, risk assessment, and perioperative care to reduce complications after thyroid surgery.

Postoperative Hypocalcemia After Thyroidectomy