Best Retrosternal Goitre Treatment in Delhi
Retrosternal Goitre and Ectopic Parathyroid Glands :
Enlarged thyroid glands (ie, goiters) extend in the chest posterior to the sternum, making the gland a substernal (or retrosternal) goiter. This increases in size causing pressure on the breathing tube causing respiratory embarrassment. This needs surgery and can be done by open, VATS or Robotic techniques.
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Sometimes, parathyroid glands enlarge to form a tumour behind the chest. This is known as an ectopic parathyroid.
Removal of this is required and can be done by open, VATS or Robotic Surgery