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Respiratory obstruction after thyroidectomy. A report of 2 cases
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Respiratory obstruction after thyroidectomy. A report of 2 cases
S Afr J Surg.
1989 Sep.
Abstract
Respiratory obstruction is the principal danger in thyroid surgery and is almost always caused by laryngeal oedema. Two patients who suffered from this complication are presented, and the factors which increase the risk of laryngeal oedema are identified. Prophylactic measures to prevent respiratory obstruction after thyroidectomy are discussed.
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