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Thyroidectomy patients experienced complications like airway obstruction and recurrent laryngeal nerve damage, especially those with cancerous goiters. Careful monitoring and anticipation of difficult airways are crucial for patient safety.

Area of Science:

  • Otorhinolaryngology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Anesthesiology

Background:

  • Thyroidectomy is a common procedure with potential perioperative and postoperative risks.
  • Compressive symptoms, particularly in substernal and cancerous goiters, can complicate airway management.
  • Understanding the incidence and causes of morbidity is essential for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze perioperative and postoperative morbidity and mortality in a large cohort of thyroidectomy patients.
  • To identify risk factors and specific complications associated with thyroidectomy.
  • To evaluate the incidence of recurrent laryngeal nerve damage and airway injuries.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of 3,008 thyroidectomy procedures.

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  • Analysis of patient records to identify compressive symptoms, airway difficulties, and postoperative complications.
  • Assessment of recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) damage and endotracheal tube-related airway injuries.

    • Main Results:

    • Compressive symptoms were present in 11.0% of patients; dyspnea occurred in 2.7%.
    • Postoperative respiratory obstruction occurred in 11 patients, requiring reoperation, tracheostomy, or reintubation.
    • Recurrent laryngeal nerve damage was higher in thyroid cancer patients (10.6%) versus benign goiters (0.5%).
    • Airway injuries from endotracheal tubes were found in 4.6% of patients.

    Conclusions:

    • Thyroidectomy carries risks of airway compromise and recurrent laryngeal nerve injury, particularly in cancer cases.
    • Anticipating difficult airways and potential complications like hemorrhage and nerve palsies is vital.
    • Proactive management strategies can mitigate postoperative respiratory obstruction and airway morbidity.