Determinants of Thyroid Surgery Outcomes

Influence of Factors Specific to Patient, Procedure or Surgeon on Thyroid Surgery Outcomes

In a large prospective cross-sectional study, the investigators aimed to identify the determinants of thyroid surgery outcomes and quantify the relative influence of preoperative and intraoperative factors. For this purpose, the investigators considered the interplay of several characteristics specific to surgeons, patients, and surgical procedures.

Inclusion Criteria:

- All patients who underwent a thyroid procedure between April 2008 and July 2008.

Exclusion Criteria:

- Participation refusal