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Recurrent nerve paralysis after thyroidectomy. Therapeutic approach.

M Remacle1, B Millet

  • 1Department for ENT, Head and Neck Surgery, Louvain University, University Hospitals of Mont-Godinne.

Acta Oto-Rhino-Laryngologica Belgica
|January 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary

Recurrent nerve paralysis after thyroid surgery, though less common, requires systematic vocal assessment. Objective and subjective evaluations, followed by speech therapy and collagen injections, can effectively manage this complication.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Endocrinology
  • Speech Pathology

Background:

  • Recurrent nerve paralysis is a known complication of thyroid surgery.
  • Improved surgical techniques have reduced its incidence, but it remains a concern (4-5%).
  • Early detection and objective vocal assessment are crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of systematically assessing recurrent nerve paralysis post-thyroid surgery.
  • To outline diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for vocal fold paralysis.
  • To report the incidence of this complication in a specific patient cohort.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic laryngoscopy before and after thyroid surgery.
  • Objective vocal assessment including phonatory quotient and maximum phonatory time.

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  • Qualitative vocal analysis of vocal frequency.
  • Speech-language pathology intervention with endoscopic GAX collagen injection.

    • Main Results:

    • Three cases of recurrent nerve paralysis occurred after thyroid surgery in the last three years, representing less than 10% of treated paralysis cases.
    • The study emphasizes the need for objective and qualitative vocal assessments.
    • Endoscopic GAX collagen injection is presented as an effective treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Recurrent nerve paralysis, while less frequent, necessitates vigilant monitoring after thyroid surgery.
    • A comprehensive approach involving laryngoscopy, objective vocal testing, and targeted speech therapy with collagen injection is recommended.
    • Prompt diagnosis and intervention can significantly improve patient outcomes.