Unilateral Vocal Cord Paralysis Following Total Thyroidectomy: A Case Report

Gupta TCand Tiwari S

Department of Commerce, Govt. J Yoganandam C.G College, Ravishankar University, Raipur, India Ravishankar University, Raipur, India

^*Correspondance to: Sushma Tiwari 

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Abstract:

Unilateral Vocal Cord Paralysis (UVCP) is a serious complication often associated with thyroid surgery, characterized by a range of symptoms from mild dysphonia to significant airway obstruction. This case report describes a 45-year-old female patient who developed UVCP following a total thyroidectomy for a symptomatic multinodular goiter. We provide a comprehensive overview of her clinical presentation, the diagnostic process, management strategies employed, and the final outcomes. This case underscores the importance of early diagnosis and intervention in minimizing complications and improving quality of life for affected patients.

Keywords:

Unilateral vocal cord paralysis; Thyroid surgery; Recurrent laryngeal nerve; Dysphonia; Airway obstruction; Voice therapy; Surgical complications; Nerve injury prevention; Quality of life; Management strategies

Cite the Article:

Gupta TC, Tiwari S. Unilateral Vocal Cord Paralysis Following Total Thyroidectomy: A Case Report. World J Surg Surgical Res. 2024; 7: 1580..