Thyroidectomy
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Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy is a surgical process that involves the removal of all or part of the thyroid gland. A butterfly-shaped gland positioned at the bottom of the neck is a Thyroid in front of the trachea. Hormones that control every element of your metabolism, from heart rate to calorie-burn rate, are secreted by the thyroid gland.
Indications
Thyroidectomies are performed for a variety of reasons, including
Patients are given general anesthesia for the surgical process. The treatment begins with a tiny incision on the neck, which is frequently hidden in a skinfold where it will be difficult to notice once healed. Part or all of the thyroid gland is removed depending on the disease. It takes almost 1-2 hours to complete the process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A thyroidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove part or all of the thyroid gland.
It is performed for conditions like thyroid nodules, goiter, thyroid cancer, or an overactive thyroid not controlled by medication.
Yes, it is a significant surgery usually requiring a short hospital stay.
Recovery generally takes 1 to 2 weeks, and some patients may need lifelong thyroid hormone medication afterward.
If the entire thyroid is removed, you will need daily thyroid hormone replacement medication.