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I Need Second Opinion Before I Go For Thyroidectomy Surgery
Question: I have been diagnosed with Colloid Goitre Degeneration due to which my endocrine surgeon has advised total thyroidectomy.
I need 2nd opinion before I go for surgery. also guide me how will it affect my health post surgery
I need 2nd opinion before I go for surgery. also guide me how will it affect my health post surgery
Brief Answer:
There are two types of thyriodectomy
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thyroidectomy is of two types: partial and total. Partial is always better than total thyroidectomy as some part of the thyroid gland is preserved. In total thyroidectomy, removal of all parathyroid glands is also to be avoided. Parathyroid glands should be preserved. Important blood vessels are present nearby, so the surgeon has to be very meticulate and not injure them.
I will suggest that you consult a surgeon and know all relevant details about it before going for surgery.
Regards,
Dr Vaishalee
There are two types of thyriodectomy
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thyroidectomy is of two types: partial and total. Partial is always better than total thyroidectomy as some part of the thyroid gland is preserved. In total thyroidectomy, removal of all parathyroid glands is also to be avoided. Parathyroid glands should be preserved. Important blood vessels are present nearby, so the surgeon has to be very meticulate and not injure them.
I will suggest that you consult a surgeon and know all relevant details about it before going for surgery.
Regards,
Dr Vaishalee
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