ArticleJournal of otolaryngology - head & neck surgery = Le Journal d'oto-rhino-laryngologie et de chirurgie cervico-faciale
"Three-in-One Wonder": A Retrospective Cohort Study on Modified Robotic-Assisted Transoral Thyroidectomy.
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- Learning Curves in Robotic Thyroid Surgery: A Systematic Review Comparing Transoral, Axillary, and Facelift Approaches.Journal of otolaryngology - head & neck surgery = Le Journal d'oto-rhino-laryngologie et de chirurgie cervico-facialePooled it
- Endoscopic thyroidectomy via the submental approach: a balanced approach to aesthetics, safety, and recovery- a case series study.Frontiers in endocrinology · 2025Trial
- Implementation of transoral robotic thyroid surgery in a European tertiary center.Journal of surgical case reports · 2026Article
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Abstract
importanceWith advancements in robotic surgery, robotic-assisted thyroidectomy is gaining popularity. The introduction of the 3-port transoral robotic thyroidectomy (T-TORT) offers an alternative approach with potential benefits in postoperative recovery compared to traditional methods.
objectiveTo assess the safety and feasibility of T-TORT in comparison to the transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy vestibular approach (TOETVA).
designA retrospective cohort study with 1:1 propensity score matching was conducted to compare perioperative outcomes between T-TORT and TOETVA. The learning curve was analyzed using cumulative summation (CUSUM).
settingTertiary A hospital.
participantsOne hundred sixty-two patients who underwent either T-TORT or TOETVA were included. INTERVENTION OR EXPOSURES: The T-TORT group underwent three-port robotic thyroidectomy, while the TOETVA group received standard transoral vestibular endoscopic thyroidectomy. MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES: Demographics and perioperative data were compared. The learning curve was evaluated using CUSUM.
resultsCompared with the TOETVA group the operation time in minutes of the T-TORT group was relatively longer (136.14 ± 36.52 vs 122.49 ± 34.85, CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE: T-TORT is a safe and feasible option with enhanced postoperative recovery compared to TOETVA. It may be a preferable choice in specific clinical situations.
trial registrationThis study was registered at the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (UIN: ChiCTR2300069021, https://www.chictr.org.cn) in accordance with the World Medical Association's Declaration of Helsinki, 2013.
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