ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
THYROID FOLLICULAR CELL
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Question
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yr old female pt underwent total thyroidectomy. On POD 3 pt experienced perioral numbnessWhich of the following structure would have been injured during surgery?
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superior thyroid artery
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Inferior thyroid artery
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Recurrent laryngeal nerve
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Facial nerve
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The main structures that are jeopardized during thyroid surgery are those arising from the vagus nerve at various heights: the external branch of the superior laryngeal nerve (EB-SLN) and the inferior laryngeal nerve.
Detailed explanation-2: -It is important to monitor both calcium and magnesium levels after total thyroidectomy and to correct deficiencies to facilitate prompt resolution of symptoms.
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