Use of Prophylactic Steroids in the Prevention of Post-thyroidectomy Hypocalcaemia and Voice Dysfunction
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2020-07-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Total thyroidectomy for benign surgical pathologies is associated with risks related to
temporary hypocalcaemia and vocal quality dysfunction. Dexamethasone, as an anti-inflammatory
steroid, has been proposed to have a physiological effect on hypocalcaemia and voice quality.
Investigators conducted a double-blinded controlled trial to assess the effect of
preoperative dexamethasone on the vocal dysfunction and hypocalcaemia following thyroidectomy