Retrospective Analysis of Thyroidectomy Cases in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Journal Title: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC STUDY - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Introduction: The incidence of thyroid disorders is on the rise. The preferred treatment for most of the thyroid conditions is total thyroidectomy. The associated complications are transient hypocalcemia, recurrent laryngeal nerve palsy, and postoperative hematoma. Objective: The objective of this study is to find out the causes of thyroidectomy and their post-operative complications. Materials and Methods: This is a retrospective study conducted over a period of one year at Department of General Surgery, Government Theni Medical College and Hospital, Theni. Results: The rates of thyroidectomy are increasing. They are common among women and mostly following Graves disease, nodular goiter, and malignancy. Subtotal thyroidectomy has decreased hypoparathyroidism or nerve injury. However, second look surgeries in cases of recurrence has significantly increased complication rate. Total thyroidectomy is a safe and effective alternative when performed skillfully.
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P Karthikeyan, S Muthu
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