Subtotal thyroidectomy

Subtotal thyroidectomy is an operation for the treatment of hyperthyroidism, simple goiter, multiple thyroid adenomas, giant thyroid adenoma or giant cyst. It is an effective method to treat simple goiter, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid cyst. Those who meet the indications should actively operate as soon as possible. However, there were also recurrences after surgery, with a recurrence rate of 4-6%, mostly for patients under 40 years of age.

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