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In what location of the thyroid gland are the parathyroid glands found?
In what location of the thyroid gland are the parathyroid glands found?
What is the term for the location of a parathyroid gland relative to the trachea and thyroid?
What is the term for the location of a parathyroid gland relative to the trachea and thyroid?
Where are superior parathyroid glands positioned in relation to the thyroid gland?
Where are superior parathyroid glands positioned in relation to the thyroid gland?
Where is a parathyroid gland located if it is described as "subischmic"?
Where is a parathyroid gland located if it is described as "subischmic"?
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What is a possible source of a parathyroid adenoma?
What is a possible source of a parathyroid adenoma?
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Location of Parathyroid Glands
Location of Parathyroid Glands
The parathyroid glands are located behind and within the thyroid gland.
Superior Parathyroid Glands
Superior Parathyroid Glands
These parathyroid glands are located above the inferior thyroid gland.
Inferior Parathyroid Glands
Inferior Parathyroid Glands
These parathyroid glands are situated below the inferior thyroid gland.
Intertracheo-thyroidian Variant
Intertracheo-thyroidian Variant
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Accessory Parathyroid Glands
Accessory Parathyroid Glands
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