A Minimally Invasive Video-Assisted Thyroidectomy (MIVAT) Procedure Relies on Miccoli

question 9

Multiple Choice

A minimally invasive video-assisted thyroidectomy (MIVAT) procedure relies on Miccoli instruments added to the standard thyroid or neck dissection setup, a 30-degree endoscope, and an ultrasonic (harmonic) scalpel with scissors to ligate and divide the vessels. An important risk reduction strategy for any minimally invasive procedure would be (select all that apply from the options below) :

• A)note the amount of CO₂ volume in connected tank and tanks available.
• B)consider and plan for the possibility of conversion to open thyroidectomy.
• C)position and drape the patient as for thyroidectomy.
• D)use fire-resistant light cords, endoscopes, light sources, and cable connections

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