Postoperative drain after transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy vestibular approach (TOETVA) with single incision

ConclusionIn TOETVA, a small drain can provide a good cosmetic appearance and reliable drainage. The main exudation period of the wound is within 8  h after the operation. If a residual volume of less than 11 ml is considered to be self-absorbable, the shortest safe extubation point for 95% of patients should be 32 h after the operation.
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research