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Parathyroidectomy - series—Aftercare

Aftercare

Overview

The incision usually heals very well and there will be a light scar. Normal activity can usually be resumed within a few days.

Review Date 8/22/2022

Updated by: Debra G. Wechter, MD, FACS, General Surgery Practice Specializing in Breast Cancer, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, WA. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

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