by drnicolasoddone | Jun 16, 2017 | Blog, Endocrine System, Hormones, Thyroid Gland
The body is a complex structure that cannot be replicated. It happens to be one of the few things in the world which can also be immensely unpredictable. It is important for us to understand it better and constantly update our knowledge about it. The body is strongly...
by drnicolasoddone | Jan 3, 2017 | Blog, Endocrine System, Thyroid Gland, Thyroid Surgery
Discussion The technique described has the potential to be a break through in the new procedures that are being used to operate on the thyroid gland. It combines a minimal access with a scar less technique. The procedure is feasible and has already had human trials....
by drnicolasoddone | Dec 21, 2016 | Blog, Thyroid Gland, Thyroid Surgery
In this way, it would surpass the present robotic technique via a transaxillary approach as it is less invasive and it would outdate the presently utilised video assisted procedures that require a minimal incision in the neck. There have been descriptions in the...
by drnicolasoddone | Dec 15, 2016 | Blog, Endocrine System, Thyroid Gland
The thyroid is an endocrine gland responsible for production and storage of hormones. The thyroid is located at the front of the neck and is “butterfly shaped.” Hormones produced by the thyroid include Triiodothyronine (T3) and Thyroxine (T4). These two hormones are...
by drnicolasoddone | Dec 15, 2016 | Blog, Thyroid Gland, Thyroid Surgery
Abstract New approaches to thyroid surgery have been introduced in the last 25 years. These include minimal access, video assisted and robotic procedures. Some procedures have gained momentum whilst others have been left behind. We analyse a new technique that...
