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Extracervical Approaches to Thyroid Surgery: Evolution and Review
Author
Source
Issue
Vol. 2019, Issue 2019 (31 Dec. 2019), pp.1-14, 14 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2019-08-20
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
14
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Over the last two decades, advances and adaptation of technology have led to a variety of endoscopic thyroidectomy procedures being performed.
The drive for extracervical procedures has been predominantly influenced by the desire for improved cosmesis via avoidance of visible scars.
Extracervical techniques have shown considerable evolution with approaches that have included transaxillary, breast, postauricular, and transoral routes.
There has been a varied evidence base for each of these approaches with regard to technical feasibility, safety, patient satisfaction, and cost-effectiveness.
In recent years, robotic-assisted thyroid surgery has gained increased popularity worldwide with the introduction of the da Vinci Robot.
Reports of improved postoperative outcomes and patient satisfaction have been in contrast to the financial burden, longer operative time, and increased training required which, to date, have limited widespread application.
The aim of this review is to describe the evolution of extracervical procedures including surgical approaches, outcomes, advantages, and disadvantages.
Consideration is also given to the future direction of extracervical thyroid surgery with regard to the safety, feasibility, and application of robotic systems.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Sephton, B. M.. 2019. Extracervical Approaches to Thyroid Surgery: Evolution and Review. Minimally Invasive Surgery،Vol. 2019, no. 2019, pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1193685
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Sephton, B. M.. Extracervical Approaches to Thyroid Surgery: Evolution and Review. Minimally Invasive Surgery No. 2019 (2019), pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1193685
American Medical Association (AMA)
Sephton, B. M.. Extracervical Approaches to Thyroid Surgery: Evolution and Review. Minimally Invasive Surgery. 2019. Vol. 2019, no. 2019, pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1193685
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1193685