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Robotic thyroidectomy versus endoscopic thyroidectomy: a meta-analysis.

Shuang Lin1, Zhi-Heng Chen, Hong-Gang Jiang

  • 1Department of Oncological surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314000, Zhejiang Province, China.

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Robotic thyroidectomy (RT) shows more complications and drainage than endoscopic thyroidectomy (ET). This meta-analysis suggests RT offers no clear advantage over ET for thyroid surgery outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Comparative Effectiveness Research

Background:

  • Thyroidectomy is a common surgical procedure.
  • Robotic thyroidectomy (RT) and endoscopic thyroidectomy (ET) are minimally invasive approaches.
  • Comparative data on their outcomes are essential for clinical decision-making.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the peri-operative outcomes of robotic thyroidectomy (RT) versus endoscopic thyroidectomy (ET).
  • To determine the relative merits and potential risks associated with each surgical technique.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic literature search identified six comparative studies.
  • Meta-analysis pooled data from 2048 patients (978 RT, 1070 ET).
  • Odds ratios and weighted mean differences with 95% confidence intervals were calculated.

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Main Results:

  • Robotic thyroidectomy (RT) was linked to significantly more complications (WMD = 1.51) and greater drainage fluid (WMD = 17.10).
  • Operating time, conversion rates, hospital stay, and lymph node yield were similar between RT and ET.
  • No statistically significant differences were found in these specific peri-operative parameters.

Conclusions:

  • Robotic thyroidectomy (RT) is associated with an increased risk of complications and higher drainage fluid volume compared to endoscopic thyroidectomy (ET).
  • Current evidence does not support a significant advantage of RT over ET.
  • Further research is needed to validate these findings and explore patient selection criteria.