Use of loupes magnification and microsurgical technique in thyroid surgery: ten years experience in a single center

Abstract

The use of microsurgical technique and loupes magnification in thyroid surgery are safety and effective procedures, that require an appropriate training in reconstructive microsurgery, but may significantly reduce post-operative complications. Here, we report for the first time the largest series of thyroid surgery performed with the use of microsurgical technique and loupes magnification, analysing the postoperative morbidity. In view of our results, we suggest the routine use of 4.5X loupes and microsurgical technique in thyroid surgery.