This study shows that 64% of patients who undergo lobectomy will develop hypothyroidism, although in the vast majority these patients this will be mild with only a slightly increased TSH (subclinical hypothyroidism).
What are the side effects of a partial thyroidectomy?
Potential complications include:
- Bleeding.
- Infection.
- Low parathyroid hormone levels (hypoparathyroidism) caused by surgical damage or removal of the parathyroid glands. ...
- Airway obstruction caused by bleeding.
- Permanent hoarse or weak voice due to nerve damage.
Can partial thyroidectomy cause hyperthyroidism?
However, cases in which patients are diagnosed with recurrence of Graves' disease shortly after partial thyroidectomy for thyroid cancer are very rare. Here we report a case of hyperthyroid Graves' disease that occurred after partial thyroidectomy for papillary thyroid cancer.
