Successful surgery to remove enlarged thyroid gland in the neck
total thyroidectomy for multi nodular goiter with retrosternal extension in 66 y female patient, the mass retrieved from the neck without the need for sternotomy.
the patient discharged well from the hospital after 24 hours.
Successful thyroidectomy for a 66-year-old patient. Here is some important information about the procedure and the recovery period :
Information about thyroidectomy :
Why is thyroidectomy performed? Thyroidectomy is performed in cases of enlargement of the thyroid gland that causes problems with breathing or swallowing, or in cases of hyperthyroidism, or the presence of benign or malignant tumors.
Types of thyroidectomy :
Total thyroidectomy: Removal of the entire thyroid gland.
Partial thyroidectomy: Removal of part of the thyroid gland.
Recovery: The recovery period varies from person to person, but in general, the patient can return to normal activities within a few weeks.
Post-operative thyroidectomy :
Medications: The patient may need to take medications to replace thyroid hormones if the thyroid gland is completely removed.
Follow-up: It is important to follow up with the best oncologist in Egypt, Ayman Abdel Hamid, regularly after the operation to monitor thyroid hormone levels and ensure that there are no complications.
Possible side effects: Some possible side effects after the procedure may include difficulty swallowing, a change in voice, or a decrease in blood calcium levels.
Tips for patients during the recovery period :
Get enough rest.
Eat a healthy and balanced diet.
Avoid strenuous activities in the first weeks after the operation.
Monitor any abnormal symptoms by contacting Dr. Ayman Abdel Hamid if necessary.
Dr. Ayman Abdel Hameed :
The official page: Dr. Ayman Abdel Hameed, consultant and teacher of oncology surgeries and limited surgical intervention.
Doctorate in Oncology Surgery at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University.
Master of Surgery oncology at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University.
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Kasr Al-Ainy, Cairo University, 2010, with distinction and honors.
More than 14 years of practical experience in surgery, oncology, and limited surgical intervention using surgical laparoscopes and surgical robots.
