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[Complications in thyroid surgery (author's transl)]
Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)
|August 31, 1981
Summary
This study analyzed 443 benign goiter surgeries from 1975-1979, reporting a 9.2% complication rate and 5.4% recurrent nerve palsy. No surgical mortality was observed, highlighting safety in thyroid surgery.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Surgical Oncology
- Thyroidology
Context:
- Benign goiter surgeries performed between 1975 and 1979.
- Analysis of 443 primary operations for benign goiters.
- Evaluation of surgical outcomes and complications.
Purpose:
- To assess the complication and mortality rates associated with benign goiter surgery.
- To report the incidence of recurrent nerve palsy post-thyroidectomy.
- To discuss factors influencing surgical outcomes, including iodine prophylaxis and diagnostic advancements.
Summary:
- A total of 443 primary operations for benign goiters were conducted.
- The overall complication rate (intraoperative and immediate postoperative) was 9.2%.
- Mortality rate was 0%, with a 5.4% rate of postoperative recurrent nerve palsy.
Impact:
- Provides historical data on benign goiter surgery outcomes.
- Highlights the importance of recurrent laryngeal nerve management.
- Informs current surgical practices and risk assessment for thyroidectomies.