Safety and Efficacy of Surgical Management of Hyperthyroidism: 15‐year Experience from a Tertiary Care Center in a Developing Country

Abstract

Surgery for hyperthyroidism has negligible mortality and acceptable morbidity in experienced hands. It is a definite option in selected cases. Immediate and permanent cure of hyperthyroidism is achieved, with no recurrences, after total thyroidectomy. The cosmetic outcome is good, with excellent patient satisfaction and acceptance.