Neck circumference measurement for surveillance and early detection of hemorrhage after thyroidectomy: a diagnostic accuracy study.

Neck Circumference Measurement for Surveillance and Early Detection of Hemorrhage After Thyroidectomy: A Diagnostic Accuracy Study – JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (free for a limited period)

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Study evaluated neck circumference measurements as a diagnostic tool to improve patient’s safety in thyroid surgery. An increase of 7% or more seemed to be specific for post-thyroidectomy hemorrhage along with other clinical signs. https://t.co/HQqjv3svRx #thyroidectomy

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