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Renovated Prediction Model for Difficult Transoral and Submental Endoscopic Thyroidectomy
Sponsor: Shanghai 6th People's Hospital
Summary
The investigators have previously proposed a prediction model for difficult transoral and submental thyroidectomy through a retrospective study. In order to better promote transoral and submental endoscopic approach for thyroid surgery and to set up an appropriate training course, the investigators aim to refine the procedure through a prospective study.
Official title: A Functional-oriented Modification of TOaST Based on Partial Preservation of the Lines Alba Cervical
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
Any - Any
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
300
Start Date
2024-05-01
Completion Date
2028-12-31
Last Updated
2026-08-10
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Modified TOaST with caudal linea alba preservation
The modified procedure consists of cranial limited opening of the linea alba cervicalis with intentional preservation of the caudal linea alba-strap muscle fascial bridge. Bilateral symmetric suspension of the strap muscles is performed to maintain a centered operative window for thyroid lobectomy and, when indicated, ipsilateral central compartment lymph node dissection. If exposure is inadequate, the caudal linea alba may be further opened for safety.
Locations (1)
Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital
Shanghai, China