Resection of thyroid cancer

Thyroidectomy is the name of an operation. Divided into total resection and partial resection. Total resection is applicable to thyroid cancer and malignant lymphoma. Most resections are applicable to 1. simple goiter that compresses trachea and esophagus; 2. nodular goiter with hyperthyroidism or suspected malignant changes; 3. more severe hyperthyroidism, drug treatment Ineffective for about one year.

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