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. 2015:12:99-101.
doi: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2015.04.010. Epub 2015 Apr 8.

Transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy: A case report

Vishwanath M Pai  1 , Pari Muthukumar  2 , Apoorva Prathap  3 , Jayanth Leo  4 , Rekha A  5
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Transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy: A case report

Vishwanath M Pai et al. Int J Surg Case Rep. 2015.

Abstract

Introduction: Endoscopic thyroidectomy, initially an experimental procedure, is now being performed in increasing frequency. It aims to provide patients undergoing thyroidectomy with a 'scar-free' surgery. Transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy is one such novel procedure that is based on the principles of natural orifice translumenal surgery (NOTES) and allows for a truly scar-free surgery with minimal dissection.

Presentation of case: A 21-year-old female presented with a swelling over the left side of her neck. Ultrasound revealed a solitary nodule and FNAC showed features suggestive of a follicular adenoma.

Discussion: The patient underwent transoral endoscopic hemi-thyroidectomy. The procedure lasted for 2h and is one of the few documented cases of transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy performed on live patients.

Conclusion: Transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy is proving to be a feasible technique with little or no complications as compared to other endoscopic thyroid surgeries. It provides surgeons with easy access to the thyroid gland and patients with aesthetically pleasing results.

Keywords: Endoscopic thyroidectomy; NOTES; Thyroidectomy; Transoral thyroidectomy.

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