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Ultrasound first: could it replace radiation scans for parathyroid patients?

NCT ID NCT07068867

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Odense University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether using ultrasound as the first imaging step before parathyroid surgery can safely reduce the need for radiation-based scans. 99 adults with primary hyperparathyroidism were enrolled. Those with clear ultrasound results went straight to surgery; others had additional imaging. The goal was to see if this approach is accurate enough to become standard practice.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could make pre-surgery imaging faster, safer, and more patient-friendly for people with primary hyperparathyroidism.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study (99 people) testing a diagnostic process, not a treatment. Results may not apply to all patients or settings.

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Study facts

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Participants

99 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2023

Finished

Sep 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Patients 18 years and older with primary hyperparathyroidism referred to the Department of ORL, Head and Neck Surgery at Odense University Hospital for parathyroidectomy.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients 18 years and older with primary hyperparathyroidism referred to the Department of ORL, Head and Neck Surgery at Odense University Hospital for parathyroidectomy. Exclusion Criteria: * Other causes of hypercalcemia * Persistent or recurrent hyperparathyroidism. * Previous surgery to the thyroid or the parathyroid glands. * Inability to read/speak Danish

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

endocrine system disorder hyperparathyroidism parathyroid gland disorder primary hyperparathyroidism

As listed by the trial registrant

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Primary hyperparathyroidism

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Odense University Hospital

    Odense, 5000, Denmark

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