Thyroidectomy for large thyroid tumor poses a problem of cosmetics, especially in terms of wide post-operative scar and prominent neck wrinkles. In this manuscript, we performed purse-string suture for the first time for the closure of skin defect after thyroidectomy of large thyroid tumors which resulted in better cosmetics as compared to the conventional suturing method.
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Length of scar
Timeframe: 8 to 12 weeks following thyroidectomy
Width of scar
Timeframe: 8 to 12 weeks following thyroidectomy
Wrinkle
Timeframe: 8 to 12 weeks following thyroidectomy
Patient's satisfaction
Timeframe: 8 to 12 weeks following thyroidectomy