World Class Transoral Robotic Surgery for Thyroid Gland in India

Introduction about Thyroid Gland

Thyroid Gland is part of endocrine system and is responsible for producing, storing and releasing thyroid hormones into the bloodstream. Thyroid Gland is located at the front of the neck just below the Adam's apple i.e. larynx, the voice box. 

It is butterfly-shaped and consists of two lobes located either side of the windpipe i.e. trachea. Thyroid gland makes and stores hormones that help in regulation heart rate, blood pressure and body temperature besides regulating muscle control, brain development, and mood and bone maintenance. 

Thyroid hormones also help regulate the rate at which food is converted into energy. In addition thyroid hormones regulate rate of metabolism in the body and play a crucial role in the growth and development of children. Proper functioning of Thyroid gland depends upon adequate supply of iodine from the diet. Thyroid hormones are essential for the function of every cell in the body.

The release of thyroid hormones from the thyroid gland is controlled by:

•   Thyrotrophin-Releasing Hormone from the hypothalamus in the brain 

•   Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) produced by the pituitary gland.  

Thyroid functions in a patient are monitored through Thyroid stimulating hormone and free thyroid hormones

Thyroid gland produces thyroid hormones such as:

•   Thyroxin (T4) - an inactive Pro-hormone

•   Tri-iodo-thyronine (T3)– an active hormone in small amounts

Thyroid Gland also makes the hormone known as Calcitonin that regulates calcium metabolism and stimulating bone cells to add calcium to bone. Several disorders can arise when thyroid produces hormones in excess causing Hyperthyroidism or in inadequate amounts causing Hypothyroidism.

Other frequently seen disorders of Thyroid Glands are:

•   Graves’ disease 

•   Hashimoto’s disease

•   Goiter

•   Thyroid Nodules

•   Thyroid cancer

•   Thyroiditis

Apart from oral medication, there are several types of thyroid surgery such as: 

•   Lobectomy

•   Subtotal Thyroidectomy

•   Total Thyroidectomy

How Transoral Robotic Surgery useful for Thyroid Gland?

Transoral Robotic Surgery for Thyroid Gland (TORT) is performed with the help of a surgical robot for Thyroidectomy i.e. removal of Thyroid gland. In TORT, arms of robot are placed inside the mouth i.e. Transorally of the patient and surgeon sitting in a console away from patient, controls arms of the robot viewing high-definition 3 D magnified pictures while sitting in console.

TORT is considered to be a potential and better alternative surgical approach for Thyroidectomy for surgeons who are expert in remote-access robotic surgery. Transoral Robotic Surgery for Thyroid Gland being a minimally invasive procedure offers several benefits over existing traditional open surgery for Thyroid Gland, such as reduction in:

•   Trauma 

•   Scarring 

•   Operative times 

•   Blood Loss 

•   Less risk of infections

•   Stay  in ICU and overall duration of hospitalization

•   Recovery time 

Transoral Robotic Surgery for Thyroid Gland is advantageous for surgeons also as it:

•   Helps surgeons to have better view of the Cancerous Thyroid Gland

•   Helps in accessing the intricate areas i.e. hard to reach areas that are otherwise inaccessible with hands.

How Much Does It Cost In India?

Cost of Transoral Robotic Surgery for Thyroid Gland depends upon:

•   Repute and expertise of surgeon

•   Type of hospital- Government, Charitable or Private

•   Type of Surgery – Lobectomy, Subtotal Thyroidectomy or Total Thyroidectomy

•   Room category

•   Any other concurrent surgery or treatment

•   Other hospital and nursing facilities availed

Yet despite most efficient surgery and hospital facilities, cost of Transoral Robotic Surgery for Thyroid Gland in India is much less than western or medically advanced countries.

Success Story of Patient in Short

Ms. Lilian Okon from Nigeria who was treated in top cancer surgery hospital for Transoral Robotic Surgery for Thyroid Gland in India has expressed her total satisfaction and appreciation for the unblemished surgery that enabled her to return to her work after 2 weeks of surgery.

She appreciated the confidence of surgeon treating her that encouraged her to opt for Transoral Robotic Surgery for Thyroid Gland in India.

She also thanked Indian Cancer Surgery Group for their impeccable support.

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