Thyroidectomy
Abstract
In dogs, the most common indication for thyroidectomy is thyroid carcinoma or adenomatous hyperplasia of the internal parathyroid gland. In cats, thyroidectomy is performed for feline hyperthyroidism, which is usually caused by benign thyroid adenomatous hyperplasia. Thyroid glands are dissected free of surrounding tissues, being careful to spare the recurrent laryngeal nerves and, if possible, at least one parathyroid gland. Bilateral thyroparathyroidectomy will result in hypocalcemia.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
Veterinary Oncology Research
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Wiley eBooks
- Pages
- 521–529
- Publication date
- 27 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter