Detailed analysis of learning phases and outcomes in robotic and endoscopic thyroidectomy
Robotic and endoscopic thyroidectomies are viable minimally invasive approaches, each with its learning curves and efficiency metrics. Despite initial challenges and a longer learning period for robotic surgery, its benefits in complex dissections may justify specialized training. Structured training programs tailored to each technique are crucial for improving outcomes and efficiency. Future research should focus on optimizing training protocols and increasing accessibility to these technologies, enhancing patient care in thyroid surgery.
Authors
- Shao‐Jun Cai
- Jun Wang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4422-1705)
- Jia‐Fan Yu
- Wei Ao (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9367-1425)
- Sisi Wang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9730-438X)
- Si‐Ying Lin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3472-3250)
- Surong Hua (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3630-3954)
- Xiaoshan Cao (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2711-3921)
- Wenxin Zhao (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2025-4246)
- Mengyao Li (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3199-9465)
- Bo Wang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1029-3954)
- Zhihong Wang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0651-0901)
- Chi‐Peng Zhou (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-3469-4123)
- Wen‐Yu Huang
- Zi-Han Tang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6608-8263)
- Xiang-Mao Cao
Institutions
- Fujian Medical University (CN)
- Peking Union Medical College Hospital (CN)
- Massachusetts General Hospital (US)
- Xian Central Hospital (CN)
- Ningxia Medical University (CN)
- Ningxia Medical University General Hospital (CN)
- First Hospital of China Medical University (CN)
- Fujian Provincial Cancer Hospital (CN)
- Fujian Petrochemical Group (China) (CN)
- Union Hospital (CN)
- China Medical University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Surgical Endoscopy
- Published
- 2024-09-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-024-11247-2
- Citations
- 7
- Primary Topic
- Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.01
Funders
- China Medical University
- Fujian Medical University