The pros and cons of thyroidectomy

Every organ in the human body works together and coordinates with each other to provide energy and control metabolism, but some relatively unimportant organs in the human body can be removed. Therefore, if some organs of the human body are diseased, they can be removed surgically. Next, let’s take a look at the pros and cons of thyroid removal.

The thyroid gland is the largest endocrine gland in the human body. Its function is to synthesize thyroid hormones and regulate the body's metabolism. If all thyroid tissue is removed surgically, the body's various systems will not be able to supply the thyroid hormones they need, and they must be supplemented by taking hormone drugs. If the patient's condition has not yet reached the surgical criteria, conservative treatment should be used as much as possible.

The thyroid gland is an important endocrine gland in the human body. It is a thin layer located under the thyroid cartilage and just in front of the third and fourth cartilage rings of the trachea. It consists of two side lobes and a isthmus. After one side is removed, all or part of the thyroid tissue on the other side can still maintain the required physiological function.

After thyroidectomy, artificial thyroid hormone supplementation is needed to meet the normal physiological needs of the human body. Thyroid function should be checked regularly and the dosage of supplementation should be determined based on the test results. Thyroid hormone is an important hormone in the human body and has a wide range of effects on the body. It must be supplemented in time to maintain physiological balance.

If the thyroid gland is completely removed, hypothyroidism will occur. Patients who have undergone thyroidectomy should have regular follow-up visits after discharge, learn to observe their neck on their own, and come to the hospital for examination in time if they find any lumps in the neck. Do not eat foods such as soybeans and radishes for 3 months after the operation to avoid affecting the restoration of thyroid function. Patients who have undergone total thyroidectomy need to take thyroid preparations to balance the body's need for thyroid hormone.

If medications cannot control hyperthyroidism, surgery to remove most of the thyroid gland may be considered. As long as the operation is done properly, it generally won't have much impact.