Postoperative Hypocalcemia After Thyroidectomy
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age18-75
SponsorMinia University
About this trial
This retrospective cohort study investigates predictors of postoperative hypocalcemia following thyroidectomy procedures at Minia University Hospital over a 10-year period (2014-2024). Postthyroidectomy hypocalcemia is one of the most common complications of thyroid surgery, affecting 20-50% of patients. The study aims to identify demographic, clinical, laboratory, and surgical factors associated with the development of both transient and permanent hypocalcemia. Results will inform risk stratification, patient counseling, and perioperative management strategies.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Adult patients aged 18 years or older at time of surgery
Underwent thyroidectomy at Minia University Hospital
Availability of medical records with complete surgical and postoperative data
Documented serum calcium levels measured postoperatively
Disqualifiers
Age less than 18 years at time of surgery
Preoperative hypocalcemia (serum calcium <8.0 mg/dL or ionized calcium <1.0 mmol/L)
Pre-existing parathyroid disorders (primary hyperparathyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, secondary or tertiary hyperparathyroidism)
Chronic kidney disease Stage 3 or higher (estimated glomerular filtration rate <60 mL/min/1.73m²)
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Not listed
Trial groups
No trial groups listed
Sponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov