Table 2 187 parathyroid glands identified at the primary operation in 47 patients for secondary hyperparathyroidism
Located in behind the thyroid gland | No. of parathyroid glands | The size (mm) | The volume (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
Right superior parathyroid gland | 47 | 5-22(9.1±4.1) | 0.5-2.2(0.9±0.4) |
Right inferior parathyroid gland | 47 | 18-35(24±4.8) | 1.7-3.6(2.1±0.5) |
Left superior parathyroid gland | 46 | 5-20(8.8±3.7) | 0.6-2.1(1.1±0.47) |
Left inferior parathyroid gland | 47 | 15-33(21±4.9) | 1.6-3.5(2.2±0.8) |