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Substernal goiter

E Newman1, A R Shaha

  • 1Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York 10021, USA.

Journal of Surgical Oncology
|November 1, 1995
PubMed
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Substernal goiters, often causing respiratory issues, require surgical removal for effective management. Surgical treatment yields excellent results with minimal risks, providing full symptom relief for patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Endocrinology
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Substernal goiters have challenged surgeons since 1749.
  • While incidence decreased in the US due to iodized salt, they remain common globally and can present as mediastinal tumors.
  • These masses are typically benign but 3-15% can be malignant, often causing respiratory symptoms due to compression.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the challenges and current management strategies for substernal goiters.
  • To emphasize the importance of surgical intervention and perioperative considerations.
  • To highlight the efficacy and safety of surgical treatment for these mediastinal masses.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical and current literature on substernal goiter management.

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  • Discussion of diagnostic modalities including imaging (X-ray, CT scan).
  • Emphasis on surgical approaches and perioperative airway assessment.

    • Main Results:

    • Surgical management is the definitive treatment, with medical therapy being largely unsuccessful.
    • Diagnostic evaluation typically involves chest X-ray and CT scans; needle biopsy is contraindicated.
    • Most substernal goiters are removed via a cervical incision, with sternotomy or thoracotomy used occasionally.

    Conclusions:

    • Surgical treatment of substernal goiters offers excellent outcomes with minimal morbidity and mortality.
    • Careful perioperative airway evaluation is crucial due to potential intubation difficulties.
    • Patients can expect complete symptom resolution following successful surgical intervention.