Thyrotomy
Thyrotomy
Thyrotomy (pronounced: thy-ROT-uh-mee) is a surgical procedure involving the incision or cutting into the thyroid gland.
Etymology
The term "thyrotomy" is derived from the Greek words "thyreos" meaning "shield", and "tome" meaning "cutting". This is in reference to the shield-like shape of the thyroid gland and the cutting involved in the procedure.
Procedure
A thyrotomy is typically performed to remove a tumor or to treat conditions such as thyroid cancer or goiter. The procedure involves making an incision in the neck to access the thyroid gland. The surgeon then removes part or all of the thyroid gland, depending on the extent of the disease.
Related Terms
- Thyroidectomy: This is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of all or part of the thyroid gland. A thyrotomy may be part of a thyroidectomy if the entire gland needs to be removed.
- Thyroid gland: This is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck. It produces hormones that regulate the body's metabolic rate, heart and digestive function, muscle control, brain development and bone maintenance.
- Thyroid cancer: This is a type of cancer that starts in the thyroid gland. Thyrotomy may be performed to remove a cancerous tumor from the thyroid.
- Goiter: This is an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland. Thyrotomy may be performed to reduce the size of the gland.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thyrotomy
- Wikipedia's article - Thyrotomy
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