Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Primary hyperparathyroidism (PPTH) is a common referral to endocrine clinics with a clinical spectrum ranging from an asymptomatic state to a symptomatic disorder with or without end organ damage. We audited our management against the NIH guidelines which are endorsed by the Endocrine Society.Methods: There is no outpatient coding system to correctly identify all patients with primary hyperparathyroidism. We included patient on radiology da...

Introduction: There is great variation in management of perioperative cortisol management in patient’s undergoing pituitary surgery across UK Hospitals. We evaluated safety and effectiveness of standards followed in ARI. The aim of audit was to confirm safety, improve knowledge and change practice for better patient care if needed based on information gained from the available data.Description of methods/design: We evaluated 30 patients who have und...