Robot-Assisted Thyroidectomy Versus Open Thyroidectomy in the Treatment of Well Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma.
Journal:
JSLS : Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons
Published Date:
Jan 1, 2021
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.