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[Thyroid operation after the discussion on drainage technology].

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    Area of Science:

    • Endocrine Surgery
    • Surgical Oncology

    Background:

    • Postoperative drainage is a common practice after thyroidectomy.
    • The necessity and benefits of routine drainage require further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the feasibility and outcomes of thyroidectomy/lobectomy without surgical drainage.
    • To assess the impact of meticulous surgical technique on postoperative recovery and cosmetic results.

    Main Methods:

    • A retrospective study of 88 patients undergoing thyroid mass surgery (lobectomy, lobectomy with contralateral partial thyroidectomy, total thyroidectomy).
    • Comparison of postoperative wound recovery with 15 patients who had thyroid surgery with drainage at another institution.

    Main Results:

    • 84 out of 88 patients were discharged without complications; 4 cases had minimal effusion.
    • Postoperative wound recovery in the non-drainage group showed superior cosmetic results compared to the drainage group.

    Conclusions:

    • Surgical drainage is not essential following thyroidectomy when meticulous surgical techniques are employed.
    • Performing thyroid surgery meticulously can enhance cosmetic outcomes and ensure patient recovery.