Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma in Thyroid Surgical Practice: Incidental vs. Non-Incidental: A Ten-Year Comparative Study.

Background/objectives: With evolving guidelines favoring de-escalation in the management of papillary thyroid microcarcinoma (PTMC), options such as active surveillance and minimally invasive procedures are now considered for patients with low-risk disease. However, a subset of PTMCs-particularly non-incidental cases-may exhibit aggressive behavior. This study compares disease characteristics and outcomes between incidental and non-incidental PTMCs over a 10-year period.

The Optimal Parathyroid Hormone Cut-Off Threshold for Early and Safe Management of Hypocalcemia After Total Thyroidectomy.

Objective: To define optimal intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) cut-off threshold predictive of hypocalcemia after total thyroidectomy for safe and effective postoperative management.

Methods: This prospective single center study was done in 2 phases. In phase I, predictors of symptomatic hypocalcemia were analyzed and the receiver operating characteristic curve was used to define the optimal iPTH cut-off threshold predictive of hypocalcemia.

Silk derived formulations for accelerated wound healing in diabetic mice.

Background: The present study aimed to prepare effective silk derived formulations in combination with plant extract ( gel) to speed up the wound healing process in diabetic mice.

Methods: Diabetes was induced in albino mice by using alloxan monohydrate. After successful induction of diabetes in mice, excision wounds were created via biopsy puncture (6 mm).