Who Can Have a Robotic Thyroidectomy?
Dr. Berber says that, unfortunately, robotic thyroidectomy isn’t a viable treatment option for everyone, but as the techniques improve, more people may be able to have this surgery. Right now, robotic thryoidectomies work best for patients who: • Are not overweight • Have a smaller thyroid gland (4cm at the largest) • Have smaller nodules (2cm at the largest) • Have nodules on just one side of the thyroid gland If you need to have a thyroidectomy, talk to your doctor about a robotic thyroidectomy. Find out if it’s a feasible option for you. No matter your treatment options, always make sure you fully understand the risks and benefits. Ask all questions that you need so that you know what’s going to happen before, during, and after surgery. Conclusion Dr. Berber looks forward to doing more robotic thyroidectomies because he sees so many advantages to them. The biggest benefit is, of course, the lack of a scar on the neck. Consider this: it’s mainly women ages 20-40 who need thyroidectom
