Because of the sustained hypercalcemia and its attendant hazards in a single kidney, the neck was explored on April 29, and 4 enlarged parathyroid glands were identified. Three and a half ...

Parathyroidectomy: A surgical procedure to remove one or more parathyroid glands, often performed to treat hyperparathyroidism. Chronic Renal Insufficiency: A long-term condition in which the ...