Risk factors and outcomes of conversion to open surgery in endoscopic thyroidectomy via bilateral areola approach: a retrospective Chinese population study

ConclusionsMale sex, high TPOAb level, and high ATG level were independent risk factors for conversion. Conversion to open surgery in ETBAA is associated with prolonged operative time, increased surgical cost and less patient cosmetic satisfaction.
Source: Updates in Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research