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Comparison of transoral vestibular robotic thyroidectomy with traditional low-collar incision thyroidectomy.

Qing-Qing He1, Yun-Han Ma2, Jian Zhu2

  • 1Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, The 960th Hospital of the PLA Joint Logistics Support Force (Former Jinan Military General Hospital of People's Liberation Army), Jinan, 250031, Shandong, China. heqingqing@yeah.net.

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Transoral vestibular robotic thyroidectomy (TOVRT) offers a scarless alternative to traditional thyroid surgery, with comparable complication rates but higher costs. This robotic approach provides superior cosmetic outcomes and patient satisfaction for papillary thyroid carcinoma patients.

Area of Science:

  • Surgical Oncology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Robotic Surgery

Background:

  • Traditional thyroidectomy often leaves visible neck scars.
  • Patient demand for aesthetic outcomes in thyroid surgery is increasing.
  • Transoral vestibular robotic thyroidectomy (TOVRT) aims to address cosmetic concerns.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare surgical and patient-related outcomes of TOVRT versus traditional low-collar incision thyroidectomy (TLCIT).
  • To evaluate the safety, feasibility, and cosmetic benefits of TOVRT for papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC).

Main Methods:

  • A comparative study of 120 patients with PTC undergoing either TOVRT or TLCIT.
  • Propensity score matching (1:1) was employed to minimize selection bias.
  • Data collected included operative time, complications, pain scores, and cosmetic outcomes.
Keywords:
Minimally invasive surgeryPapillary thyroid carcinomaRobotic surgeonTraditional low-collar incision thyroidectomyTransoral vestibular robotic thyroidectomy

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Main Results:

  • TOVRT showed longer operative times and increased postoperative drainage compared to TLCIT.
  • Complication rates for hypoparathyroidism and vocal cord paralysis were similar between groups.
  • TOVRT demonstrated significantly better postoperative cosmetic results and patient satisfaction.

Conclusions:

  • Transoral vestibular robotic thyroidectomy is a safe and feasible option for low to moderate-risk PTC.
  • TOVRT provides a scarless neck option, enhancing patient satisfaction and reducing psychological impact.
  • While associated with higher costs and longer drainage times, the cosmetic benefits make TOVRT a valuable alternative.