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Thyroid gland removal



Child thyroid anatomy
Child thyroid anatomy


Thyroid gland removal

Alternative Names:

Total thyroidectomy; Partial thyroidectomy; Thyroidectomy
Expectations after surgery:

When performed by experienced endocrine surgeons, the outcome of thyroid surgery is usually excellent. Thyroid function tests may need to continue following thyroid surgery, and thyroid hormone replacement maybe necessary.


Convalescence:

In general, patients recover rapidly from uncomplicated thyroid surgery. Most patients are able to resume most normal activities within 1-2 weeks.




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