Surgical approach to mediastinal goiter: An update based on a retrospective cohort study

Abstract

MG may be approached by a cervicotomic access only with a clear knowledge of potential risk and complications of the surgical manoeuvres. Sternotomy or of a thoracotomy are indicated only in selected cases but their inapplicability may be really dangerous in those MG not otherwise resectable. MG should be referred only to specialized centre.