Advancements in Thyroidectomy: A Mini Review

Demand for minimally invasive surgery has driven the development of new gadgets and surgical techniques. Yet, questions about safety and skeptical views on new technology have prevented proliferation of new modes of surgery. This skepticism is perhaps due to unfamiliarity of new fields. Likewise, th...

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Main Authors: Woochul Kim, Ja Kyung Lee, Hyeong Won Yu, June Young Choi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-12-01
Series:Endocrines
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2673-396X/3/4/65
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Summary:Demand for minimally invasive surgery has driven the development of new gadgets and surgical techniques. Yet, questions about safety and skeptical views on new technology have prevented proliferation of new modes of surgery. This skepticism is perhaps due to unfamiliarity of new fields. Likewise, there are currently various remote-access techniques available for thyroid surgeons that only few regions in the world have adapted. This review will explore the history of minimally invasive techniques in thyroid surgery and introduce new technology to be implemented.
ISSN:2673-396X