Endoscopic thyroidectomy – Is it safe and reliable? – Experience and results at a tertiary care centre in India

Key Points

• To evaluate the safety and reliability of endoscopic thyroidectomy (ET) in a tertiary care center in India.
• Evaluated outcomes based on nodule size and surgeon technique preferences.
• Approaches included unilateral and bilateral transaxillary methods for nodules 4-6 cm.
• Endoscopic thyroidectomy showed a positive safety profile with skilled surgeons.
• Recommended approaches vary by nodule size for optimal outcomes.