Assessing Changes in Nonspecific Symptoms After Parathyroidectomy for Primary Hyperparathyroidism Using a Smartwatch.

Objective: Parathyroidectomy (PTX) is indicated in primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) with osteoporosis or nephrolithiasis. There is not a uniform consensus on the benefit of PTX for nonspecific symptoms, but patient-reported questionnaires have demonstrated improved quality of life (QOL) afterward. This study aimed to evaluate physical activity and sleep after PTX using smartwatch technology.

The Use of Near-Infrared Indocyanine Green Fluorescence Imaging to Differentiate Benign Versus Malignant Adrenal Tumors.

Introduction: Despite advances in imaging modalities, a significant number of adrenal tumors are considered indeterminate and removed surgically. Currently, there is no intraoperative tool available to provide further information about the nature of indeterminate adrenal tumors. The aim of this study was to investigate whether near-infrared indocyanine green (ICG) imaging can be used in this regard.

Progression of Nodular Thyroid Disease in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Syndrome: Refined Surveillance Recommendations.

Background: Patients with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) have an increased risk of thyroid nodular disease. Previous studies demonstrated that screening thyroid ultrasound (US) will allow detection of nodules in 38% and thyroid cancer in 2.6% of patients.

Characterizing the seasonal abundance and reproductive activity of overwintering Anopheles (Diptera: Culicidae) mosquitoes.

In temperate regions of the United States, female Anopheles mosquitoes respond to low temperatures and short photoperiods by entering an overwintering dormancy or diapause. Diapause in Anopheles results in reduced frequency of blood-feeding and reproductive arrest, indicating a period when pathogen transmission by these mosquitoes is unlikely. However, it is unclear precisely how late into the fall and how early in the spring these mosquitoes are biting, reproducing, and potentially transmitting pathogens.

Comparison of incidental parathyroid tissue detection rates on pathology after total thyroidectomy performed with or without near-infrared autofluorescence imaging.

Background: Near-infrared autofluorescence imaging is an adjunct to parathyroid identification. As it does not show perfusion, it is important to study its impact during thyroidectomy by measuring quantifiable data on parathyroid detection rather than function. The aim of this study was to compare incidental parathyroidectomy rates in patients undergoing total thyroidectomy with or without near-infrared autofluorescence.