This multicenter study investigated the use of autofluorescence, specifically the Fluobeam® LX device, in thyroid surgery. Researchers aimed to determine if it helps identify and protect parathyroid glands during total thyroidectomy, potentially reducing low parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels after surgery. Among 535 patients, autofluorescence didn’t significantly lower low PTH levels in the entire group, but it did so in a subgroup undergoing central lymph node clearance. More parathyroid glands were identified during surgery with Fluobeam® LX, with no reported harm. Further research may reveal its full potential.
Journal Article by Bergenfelz A, Barczynski M (…) Hermann M et 9 al. in Br J Surg
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