Evaluating Near-Infrared Autofluorescence for Parathyroid Preservation in Total Thyroidectomy: Long-Term Outcomes from a Prospective Randomized Trial
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Evaluating Near-Infrared Autofluorescence for Parathyroid Preservation in Total Thyroidectomy: Long-Term Outcomes from a Prospective Randomized Trial

This two-center randomized trial assessed near-infrared autofluorescence imaging to identify parathyroid glands during total thyroidectomy. Despite higher gland identification rates, the technology did not reduce hypoparathyroidism incidence at 3 and 12 months postoperatively.
Enhancing Parathyroid Gland Preservation in Total Thyroidectomy: Efficacy of Near-Infrared Autofluorescence Probe (PTeye) Versus Visual Identification
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Enhancing Parathyroid Gland Preservation in Total Thyroidectomy: Efficacy of Near-Infrared Autofluorescence Probe (PTeye) Versus Visual Identification

A randomized controlled trial demonstrates that PTeye-guided near-infrared autofluorescence significantly improves identification and preservation of parathyroid glands during total thyroidectomy, reducing transient hypoparathyroidism, especially in surgeries performed by junior surgeons.
Fiber-Based Near-Infrared Autofluorescence Enhances Parathyroid Identification in Endocrine Neck Surgery Without Reducing Hypoparathyroidism Risk
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Fiber-Based Near-Infrared Autofluorescence Enhances Parathyroid Identification in Endocrine Neck Surgery Without Reducing Hypoparathyroidism Risk

This multicenter randomized clinical trial demonstrates that fiber-based near-infrared autofluorescence (NIRAF) enhances intraoperative parathyroid gland identification during thyroidectomy and bilateral parathyroidectomy without increasing hypoparathyroidism rates or operative time.