Impact of modern technologies on quality of thyroid surgery

Neuromonitoring and video-assisted thyroidectomy: a prospective, randomized case-control evaluation

“…We believe that IONM affects the quality of our VAT procedures [39]. Standardization of the technique, specific experience, and training with this device is essential for optimal use.…”

The safety of energy-based devices in open thyroidectomy: a prospective, randomised study comparing the LigaSure™ (LF1212) and the Harmonic® FOCUS

“…The surgical techniques and instrumentation used to perform thyroidectomy have evolved in the last two decades [1][2][3]. With the advent of ligation techniques that use energy-based devices (EBDs), it is important to continue to evaluate the relevant technologies and their impact on surgical outcomes [4].…”

Comparison of two electromyographical endotracheal tube systems for intraoperative recurrent laryngeal nerve monitoring: reliability and side effects

“…No LRNI were observed in patients with thyroid malignancy surgery or Chilla surgeries). Overall, of the 26 surgeons who were documented as principal surgeons, 24 surgeons conducted less than seven surgeries, with an average of two (range, [2][3][4][5][6]. Overall, at the time of surgery, 15 were surgery specialists.…”

“…In intraoperative recurrent laryngeal monitoring, its reliability to detect the nerve is the most fundamental prerequisite to maintain a positive impact to the postoperative outcome of patients [2,5].…”