Sunlight Exposure May Reduce Risk of Postoperative Hypoparathyroidism, suggests study
Written By : Dr. Shravani Dali
Medically Reviewed By : Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli
Published On 2025-08-10 15:00 GMT | Update On 2025-08-11 06:52 GMT
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Researchers have discovered in a new study that patients in regions with higher sunlight exposure appear to have lower rates of postoperative hypoparathyroidism, suggesting sunlight may play a protective role in its prevention.
Postoperative hypoparathyroidism is a common complication of thyroid surgery. Sunlight is a natural source of ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation, which facilitates the synthesis of vitamin D3 in the skin. Inadequate sunlight exposure has been linked to vitamin D deficiency, potentially exacerbating the risk of hypocalcemia in patients undergoing thyroid surgery.
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