Scarless thyroid surgery through the mouth vs open surgery
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial compares a new scarless thyroid surgery (through the mouth) with traditional open thyroid surgery for treating thyroid nodules. It may be an option if you have a benign nodule under 4 cm or a suspicious nodule under 2 cm.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a benign nodule smaller than 4 cm or a suspicious malignant nodule smaller than 2 cm.
- You have not had neck surgery or radiation to your head or neck before.
- Your BMI is below 35.
- No other serious health issues that make surgery unsafe.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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