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[Interventional radiology in postoperative recurrent goiter]
Vestnik Rentgenologii I Radiologii
|November 1, 1995
Summary
Roentgeno-endovascular functional thyroidectomy effectively suppresses thyroid activity in recurrent goiter. This minimally invasive approach achieved stable remission and reduced thyroid size in patients.
Area of Science:
- Endovascular Surgery
- Interventional Radiology
- Endocrinology
Context:
- Recurrent goiter after thyroid surgery presents a clinical challenge.
- Pathological thyroid activity requires effective management strategies.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy of roentgeno-endovascular functional thyroidectomy for recurrent goiter.
- To assess the long-term outcomes of this minimally invasive thyroid intervention.
Summary:
- Roentgeno-endovascular functional thyroidectomy involves embolizing thyroid arteries to reduce pathological activity.
- The procedure was performed on 14 patients with postoperative recurrent goiter.
- Various embolization materials were utilized for vascular isolation and occlusion.
Impact:
- Achieved stable clinical and hormonal remission in patients.
- Demonstrated significant reduction in thyroid size (to stage 1) over three years.
- Highlights the advantages of pre-operative endovascular intervention before subtotal thyroidectomy.