Safety of Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose and Gelatin Sponge Application in Thyroidectomy.
prospective_cohort · Level II
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Abstract
Cohort study of 777 patients (1238 sides at risk) shows that both oxidized regenerated cellulose and gelatin sponge (topical hemostatic agents) are safe to use in thyroidectomy. Adverse events are nil and the incidence of RLN palsy and permanent hypoparathyroidism are low.
Medical subject headings
- Cellulose, Oxidized
- Thyroidectomy
- Hemostatics
- Gelatin Sponge, Absorbable