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Total versus subtotal thyroidectomy. Arguments, approaches, and recommendations.

M Friedman1, B L Pacella

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago.

Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|June 1, 1990
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For well-differentiated intrathyroidal carcinoma, subtotal thyroidectomy offers comparable outcomes to total thyroidectomy with potentially fewer complications. Experienced surgeons may selectively perform total thyroidectomy based on intraoperative findings and patient risk factors.

Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Thyroid Surgery

Background:

  • Debate exists regarding the optimal surgical approach for well-differentiated intrathyroidal carcinoma.
  • Existing literature lacks prospective randomized studies and often fails to stratify patients by risk or tumor histology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of different surgical resection strategies for well-differentiated intrathyroidal carcinoma.
  • To provide guidance on selecting appropriate surgical techniques based on patient risk and intraoperative assessment.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature comparing total thyroidectomy, subtotal thyroidectomy, and unilateral resection.
  • Analysis of factors influencing surgical decision-making, including tumor characteristics, patient risk stratification (e.g., AGES criteria), and surgeon experience.

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  • Intraoperative assessment of anatomical landmarks (laryngeal nerves, parathyroid glands) and tumor extent.

    • Main Results:

    • Bilateral subtotal resection demonstrates comparable results to total thyroidectomy in the majority of intrathyroidal, well-differentiated lesions.
    • Unilateral resection (lobectomy plus isthmusectomy) is suitable for low-risk patients with small, unilateral tumors and no metastatic disease.
    • Total thyroidectomy is recommended selectively for experienced surgeons when anatomical structures are clearly identifiable and risks are minimal.

    Conclusions:

    • Subtotal thyroidectomy may be preferred over total thyroidectomy due to a potentially more favorable complication profile.
    • Surgeons must individualize complication rates and selectively employ total thyroidectomy, reverting to subtotal resection if increased risk to nerves or parathyroids is identified.
    • Patient selection and intraoperative judgment are crucial for optimizing outcomes in well-differentiated intrathyroidal carcinoma surgery.