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  • Thyroid surgery: the sub-mental drain

  • V Dhar, R Townsley, M Black, O Laccourreye
  • Journal:
    The Journal of Laryngology & Otology / Volume 123 / Issue 7 / July 2009
    Published online by Cambridge University Press:
    17 October 2008, p. 786
    Print publication:
    July 2009
  • Objective:

    To propose an alternative site of thyroid drain placement.

    Background:

    During thyroid surgery, post-operative drains are often placed. It is common practice to bring out the drain lateral to the wound, often creating an additional, unsightly scar.

    Conclusion:

    We have found excellent cosmesis is achieved by bringing out the drain in the midline in a sub-mental skin crease, with the scar hidden in the chin shadow. In our experience, such drain placement is a safe, straightforward method with an excellent cosmetic result.