Abstract
Background: Transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy via vestibular approach (TOETVA) is currently considered the most promisingly scarless approach to the thyroid and has gained more acceptance. Materials and Methods: We described a case of faulty TOETVA. Results: The faulty TOETVA resulted in pneumomediastinum, diffuse subcutaneous emphysema, prolonged surgery, and anesthesia. Conclusions: The important technical considerations during TOETVA, including the use of external retraction, the identification of the subplatysmal plane of dissection, CO 2 insufflation settings, the learning curve, and patient selection, were described and discussed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | e94-e99 |
Journal | Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy and Percutaneous Techniques |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2018 Oct 1 |
Bibliographical note
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Keywords
- TOETVA
- endoscopic thyroidectomy
- morbidity
- pneumomediastinum
- subcutaneous emphysema
- transoral thyroidectomy
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery