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Minimally invasive video-assisted thyroidectomy: Ascending the learning curve
Michela Giulii Capponi1, Carlo Bellotti2, Marco Lotti1
1General Surgery 1 Unit, Emergency Department, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, Bergamo, Italy.
Journal of Minimal Access Surgery
|April 18, 2015
Summary
Minimally invasive video-assisted thyroidectomy (MIVAT) is a complex procedure. Analysis of 36 cases shows a learning curve plateau after 29 procedures, with good cosmetic outcomes and low complication rates.
Area of Science:
- Endocrine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Surgical Education
Background:
- Minimally invasive video-assisted thyroidectomy (MIVAT) demands expertise in endocrine and endoscopic surgery.
- Understanding the learning curve is crucial for mastering MIVAT.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the learning curve of video-assisted thyroid surgery.
- To evaluate preliminary outcomes of MIVAT procedures.
Main Methods:
- 36 patients underwent MIVAT over 8 months.
- Inclusion criteria: nodules ≤35 mm, thyroid volume <20 ml.
- Exclusion criteria: thyroiditis, pre-operative cancer diagnosis.
Main Results:
- Successful MIVAT in 33/36 patients (8.3% conversion rate).
- Mean operating time: 109 minutes, plateauing after 29 procedures.
- Complications: 3 transient nerve palsies, 2 transient hypocalcemias; excellent cosmetic results reported.
Conclusions:
- MIVAT can replicate standard open thyroidectomy with video assistance.
- Despite a time-consuming learning curve, dedicated training is essential for surgical confidence and proficiency in MIVAT.
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