Completion thyroidectomy: A risky undertaking?

Background Completion thyroidectomy (cT) is sometimes necessary after thyroid lobectomy (TL), and it remains controversial whether 2-stage thyroidectomy adds operative risk. This study compares complication rates for TL, total thyroidectomy (TT), and cT. Methods Using a cohort design, we reviewed 100 consecutive cases each of TL, TT, and cT. Complications examined included reoperation for hematoma, temporary/permanent recurrent laryngeal nerve...