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How we do it: Dispensing with drains in hemithyroidectomy--a feasibility study.

C Hopkins, S Mansuri, R M Terry

    Clinical Otolaryngology : Official Journal of ENT-UK ; Official Journal of Netherlands Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology & Cervico-Facial Surgery
    |October 4, 2006
    PubMed
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    The harmonic scalpel aids faster thyroidectomy with less bleeding, supporting day case surgery targets. Selective drain use and early removal can enable same-day discharge for select patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Endocrine Surgery
    • Surgical Innovation
    • Day Case Procedures

    Background:

    • National Health Service (NHS) aims for 75% of elective surgeries as day cases, but current rates fall short.
    • Thyroidectomy is a common procedure where reducing hospital stay is desirable.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the impact of the harmonic scalpel on thyroidectomy outcomes.
    • To identify patient selection criteria for selective drain use and same-day discharge after hemithyroidectomy.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized the harmonic scalpel for thyroidectomies within the department.
    • Assessed operative time, intra-operative bleeding, and postoperative drain output.
    • Proposed criteria for selective drain management in hemithyroidectomy for small solitary nodules.

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    Main Results:

    • The harmonic scalpel led to faster surgical times and reduced intra-operative and postoperative bleeding.
    • Minimal blood loss into drains was observed with harmonic scalpel use.

    Conclusions:

    • The harmonic scalpel is a valuable tool for improving efficiency and reducing blood loss in thyroidectomy.
    • Patients with small solitary nodules undergoing diagnostic hemithyroidectomy may be suitable for selective drain use or early drain removal, facilitating same-day discharge.