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Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery

30-03-2024 | Goiter | Clinical Report

Combined Transcervical and Median Sternotomy Approach for a Massive Substernal Goiter

Authors: Alexander E. Graf, Alexandrea J. Beemer, Rahul D. Gulati, Angelo T. Reyes, Ofer Azoulay

Published in: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery

Abstract

Herein, we describe a combined transcervical and median sternotomy approach for a massive substernal goiter causing tracheal stenosis. A goiter of this size, specifically weighing 630 g, is rare. We advocate for a multidisciplinary approach for airway management and for consideration of awake fiberoptic intubation with tracheosomy avoidance for similar patients.

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Title: Combined Transcervical and Median Sternotomy Approach for a Massive Substernal Goiter
Authors: Alexander E. Graf
Alexandrea J. Beemer
Rahul D. Gulati
Angelo T. Reyes
Ofer Azoulay
Publication date: 30-03-2024
Publisher: Springer India
Keywords: Goiter
Sternotomy
Tracheostomy
Airway Management
Published in: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery
Print ISSN: 2231-3796
Electronic ISSN: 0973-7707
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-024-04621-y

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Combined Transcervical and Median Sternotomy Approach for a Massive Substernal Goiter

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