Association of Intraoperative Neuromonitoring With Reduced Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve Injury in Patients Undergoing Total Thyroidectomy

Abstract

Our findings showed that the use of IONM decreased significantly both temporary and permanent RLN injuries. The technology of IONM is safe and reliable, and this technique is an important adjunct in nerve dissection and functional neural integrity. The routine use of IONM reduced pitfalls and provided guidance for our surgeons in difficult cases, reoperations, and high-risk patients.