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When the parathyroid glands, located on the thyroid glands, secrete excessive parathyroid hormone, it results in parathyroid adenoma. Parathyroid adenoma is a benign tumor, meaning it is not cancerous. Adenomas do not spread to surrounding tissues or to other parts of the body via the blood or lymphatic systems. However, if untreated, the excessive secretion of PTH increases calcium levels in the body, leading to various health issues. Today, with non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment, it is possible to overcome this condition in a short period and without scarring.
What is Parathyroid Adenoma?
The excessive growth and functioning of any of the parathyroid glands is called parathyroid adenoma, and the overproduction of parathyroid hormone is called Primary Hyperparathyroidism. The parathyroid glands are located near the thyroid gland in the neck and are four small glands the size of lentils that secrete parathyroid hormone.
What does the parathyroid gland do?
Parathyroid glands play a crucial role in regulating calcium usage in the body. They ensure that the blood calcium levels stay within a certain range, helping maintain the normal functioning of nerves, muscles, heart, kidneys, and bones.
Both surgical and non-surgical methods can be used for treating parathyroid adenoma. Non-surgical methods are preferred because they offer numerous advantages. Non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment can be done painlessly and without scars using the parathyroid adenoma ablation method in a short time.
What are the symptoms of parathyroid adenoma?
The excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone in parathyroid adenoma causes excessive calcium dissolution in bones, leading to osteoporosis and bone fractures. Excessive calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia) can also cause kidney stones as the kidneys filter out the extra calcium.
Symptoms of parathyroid adenoma caused by hypercalcemia include:
- Osteoporosis (bone loss), pathological bone fractures, bone and back pain
- Kidney stones, stomach and duodenal ulcers, pancreatitis
- Lack of appetite, nausea, constipation, and depression
Is parathyroid adenoma cancer?
No, parathyroid adenoma is not cancer. Parathyroid adenoma, a benign tumor of the parathyroid glands, does not have cancerous properties and does not spread to surrounding tissues. Adenomas can form in one or, rarely, two of the four parathyroid glands, but they are benign tumors.
What causes parathyroid adenoma?
There is no definitive cause for parathyroid adenoma. However, genetic factors, smoking, and alcohol consumption can increase the risk of developing a parathyroid adenoma.
What is non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment?
Non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment involves using heat to deactivate the adenoma structure. Parathyroid adenomas cause an increase in parathyroid hormone (PTH) production, which leads to elevated calcium levels in the blood (hypercalcemia). It is a common misconception that surgery is the only treatment for this condition. Non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment can effectively prevent adenoma growth and excessive hormone secretion.
How is non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment performed?
Parathyroid adenoma treatment is performed non-surgically using minimally invasive methods and local anesthesia. The primary methods used are Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and Microwave ablation (MWA). In both methods, a fine needle (antenna) is inserted through the skin under ultrasound guidance, and heat is applied to destroy the adenoma. The ablation procedure is done under local anesthesia and typically takes 5-10 minutes. Patients can return to their normal daily activities 30 minutes after the procedure. Biochemical tests performed a day after the procedure show that the elevated parathyroid hormone (PTH) and calcium (hypercalcemia) levels return to normal.
What should be taken care of after non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment?
After non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment, there are no special precautions, so patients can resume their normal life. As the procedure is done through the skin, the treated area should be kept clean and dry. In addition, parathyroid hormone and calcium levels should be monitored with tests the day after the treatment. Patients should also attend follow-up appointments as recommended by their doctor.
Non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment prices
Non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment prices are determined by factors such as the number of adenomas in the parathyroid glands, their size, the method used in the treatment, the doctor’s experience, and the clinic's location. This treatment offers significant advantages compared to surgical methods and is frequently used today. For detailed information about non-surgical parathyroid adenoma treatment prices, please contact the Interventional Radiology Clinic of Associate Professor Dr. Bülent Çekiç, which serves patients from Antalya, Istanbul, Ankara, and other cities, via WhatsApp.
