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To determine if transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy vestibular approach (TOETVA) is a safe and effective procedure compared to traditional open thyroidectomy. Surgical outcomes, patients' satisfaction, voice and swallowing outcomes will be assessed.


Clinical Trial Description

This is a prospective case control study involving a total 40 patients, with 20 stratified into the test group receiving surgery under transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy vestibular approach (TOETVA) and 20 patients to the control group under traditional open approach. Subjects will be assigned to either group without randomization. Patients satisfactory score, voice and swallowing quality of life outcomes will be assessed using Voice Handicap Index (VHI) and MD Anderson Dysphagia Inventory (MDADI) outcomes. Surgical outcomes, for instance, lower lip numbness, skin injury, operative time, blood loss, vocal cord paralysis, temporary and permanent hypoparathyroidism will be assessed. ;


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NCT number NCT06225765
Study type Interventional
Source Tseung Kwan O Hospital, Hong Kong
Contact Cherrie Ng
Phone +85235051409
Email cherrieng@ent.cuhk.edu.hk
Status Not yet recruiting
Phase N/A
Start date April 1, 2024
Completion date September 30, 2026

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