Robot-Assisted Thyroidectomy Versus Open Thyroidectomy in the Treatment of Well Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma.
Τίτλος | Robot-Assisted Thyroidectomy Versus Open Thyroidectomy in the Treatment of Well Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2021 |
Authors | Pavlidis, E. T., Psarras K. K., Symeonidis N. G., Martzivanou E-C. K., Nikolaidou C. C., Stavrati K. E., & Pavlidis T. E. |
Journal | JSLS |
Volume | 25 |
Issue | 3 |
Date Published | 2021 Jul-Sep |
ISSN | 1938-3797 |
Abstract | Background: The incidence of thyroid cancer has increased worldwide during the last decade, becoming the most common endocrine malignancy and accounting for 3.8% of new cancer diagnosis. Surgical resection, namely conventional thyroidectomy, remains at the frontline of therapy, as surgical outcomes are undoubtedly successful. Minimally invasive techniques gained popularity through the years, in terms of feasibility, safety, and cosmesis. However, endoscopic approach could be characterized by some limitations concerning thyroid surgery. Robotic technology with its unique features was introduced to overcome these limitations. Since then, robotic thyroidectomy has been used for both benign and malignant thyroid disease. |
DOI | 10.4293/JSLS.2021.00032 |
Alternate Journal | JSLS |
PubMed ID | 34354333 |
PubMed Central ID | PMC8325479 |