Thyroidectomy: Microscopic Versus Conventional
Thyroidectomy: Microscopic Versus Conventional
NCT ID: NCT07488858 Phase: NA Status: COMPLETED Enrollment: 74 Completion: 2026-03-15
Conditions
Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Surgeries
Interventions
Microscopic Thyroidectomy, Conventional Thyroidectomy
Summary
Despite promising findings from international studies, the use of microscopic thyroidectomy remains limited in local surgical practice, where conventional thyroidectomy is traditionally followed. There is a scarcity of local data evaluating the benefits of MT, and inconsistencies in reported outcomes highlight the need for further research. The lack of standardized protocols and limited surgeon experience with microscopic techniques contribute to hesitation in its adoption.
This study aims to address the research gap by providing comparative data on operative time, intraoperative blood loss, and postoperative complications in microscopic versus conventional thyroidectomy in our setting. The findings will aid in determining whether MT should be incorporated into routine surgical practice to improve patient outcomes and reduce postoperative complications.
Primary Outcome
Mean intraoperative blood loss