Endoscopic thyroidectomy via the submental approach: a balanced approach to aesthetics, safety, and recovery- a case series study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To overcome certain anatomical limitations of transoral vestibular thyroidectomy, we introduced endoscopic thyroidectomy via the submental approach. During subsequent clinical practice, additional advantages of the submental approach were identified, further enhancing its feasibility and clinical applicability. This study aimed to evaluate the safety, efficacy, and postoperative outcomes of this technique in thyroid surgery.

Methods

We retrospectively analyzed patients who underwent endoscopic thyroidectomy via the submental approach at Hunan Cancer Hospital between March and September 2023. Perioperative outcomes, complications, and postoperative quality of life were assessed using validated clinical indicators and the Thyroid Cancer-Specific Quality of Life quest

SUBMITTER: Li W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12832485 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature