THYROID SURGERY
The thyroid gland produces hormones essential for metabolism. Various thyroid conditions may require surgical intervention, from benign nodules to thyroid cancer. Our team specializes in endocrine surgery in Vanasthalipuram, offering advanced thyroid surgical care with excellent outcomes.
Indications for Thyroid Surgery:
- Thyroid cancer (papillary, follicular, medullary)
- Large goiters causing compression
- Hyperthyroidism not responding to medical treatment
- Suspicious nodules
- Toxic multinodular goiter
Types of Thyroid Surgery:
Hemithyroidectomy:
- Removal of one thyroid lobe
- For benign nodules in one lobe
- Preserves some thyroid function
Total Thyroidectomy:
- Removal of entire thyroid gland
- For cancer or bilateral disease
- Requires lifelong thyroid hormone replacement
Surgical Excellence:
- Careful identification and preservation of recurrent laryngeal nerve
- Parathyroid gland preservation
- Meticulous hemostasis
- Low complication rates
- Excellent cosmetic closure
Recovery: Most patients are discharged within 24-48 hours with minimal discomfort and excellent neck mobility.