[The application of three-dimensional visualization in the endoscopic thyroidectomy].

Area of Science:

• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Surgical Technology
• Endocrine Surgery

Background:

• Endoscopic thyroidectomy offers benefits but requires precise visualization.
• Effective doctor-patient communication is crucial for informed consent and satisfaction.
• Traditional methods may have limitations in conveying complex surgical information.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the clinical value of three-dimensional (3D) visualization in endoscopic thyroidectomy.
• To compare outcomes between endoscopic thyroidectomy with and without 3D visualization.

Main Methods:

• A randomized controlled trial involving 50 patients with thyroid papillary carcinoma.
• Patients were divided into a combined group (endoscopic thyroidectomy with 3D visualization) and a simple operation group (standard endoscopic thyroidectomy).
• Key metrics included communication time, patient satisfaction, intraoperative blood loss, operation time, and postoperative complications.

Main Results:

• The 3D visualization group showed significantly shorter preoperative communication times and higher patient satisfaction.
• Operation time was reduced (104.30±13.06 min vs. 130.46±17.01 min) and intraoperative blood loss was lower (12.80±6.10 mL vs. 17.60±5.19 mL) in the 3D group.
• No significant differences in postoperative complications were observed between the groups.

Conclusions:

• 3D visualization technology enhances doctor-patient communication efficiency and satisfaction.
• It improves the safety of endoscopic thyroidectomy by reducing operation time and blood loss.
• The technology is recommended for clinical practice to accelerate patient postoperative rehabilitation.