Thyroidectomy subtotal

Subtotal thyroidectomy is a surgical procedure, in which the surgeon leaves a small thyroid remnant in situ to preserve thyroid function, thereby preventing lifelong thyroid hormone supplementation therapy.

Two different surgical techniques are used for the treatment of Graves hyperthyroidism: a total thyroidectomy (TT) in which the entire gland is removed and a subtotal thyroidectomy (STT), in which most of the gland is removed leaving a small unilateral or bilateral remnant in situ about 4-5 grams.

Subtotal thyroidectomy is a surgical procedure, in which the surgeon leaves a small thyroid remnant in situ to preserve thyroid function, thereby preventing lifelong thyroid hormone supplementation therapy. Aim: To evaluate thyroid function after subtotal thyroidectomy for Graves' hyperthyroidism.