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Basic Information
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NOT_YET_RECRUITING
NA
30 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2025-12-01
2027-01-01
Brief Summary
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Detailed Description
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LigaSure, an advanced vessel sealing system, combines pressure and energy to achieve permanent vessel fusion and can seal vessels up to 7 mm in diameter with minimal lateral thermal damage. Its use in thyroid surgery has been associated with improved surgical field visibility, reduced intraoperative bleeding, and shorter operative time compared to bipolar diathermy.
Additionally, LigaSure may lower the risk of postoperative complications, including transient hypocalcemia and recurrent laryngeal nerve palsy, due to its precise energy delivery and limited collateral damage.
However, existing studies have shown variable results regarding the magnitude of these benefits, and the cost-effectiveness of LigaSure compared with conventional bipolar diathermy remains uncertain. Therefore, a prospective randomized controlled trial is required to provide conclusive evidence regarding its role in reducing operative time and postoperative complications during thyroidectomy.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
TREATMENT
NONE
Study Groups
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Thyroidectomy using LigaSure
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy is a standard surgical procedure for treating benign and malignant thyroid disorders.
LigaSure
LigaSure is an advanced vessel-sealing system that uses pressure and bipolar energy with real-time feedback to seal vessels up to 7 mm. It limits thermal spread, provides consistent sealing, and reduces the need for sutures-making it distinct from standard bipolar diathermy and other energy devices.
Thyroidectomy using bipolar diathermy
bipolar diathermy
Bipolar diathermy uses two closely spaced electrodes to deliver controlled coagulation and cutting with minimal current spread. Unlike LigaSure or other advanced sealing devices, it lacks an automatic feedback system and does not fuse larger vessels, relying instead on direct thermal coagulation. It is simple, widely available, cost-effective, and suitable mainly for small-vessel hemostasis.
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy is a standard surgical procedure for treating benign and malignant thyroid disorders.
Interventions
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bipolar diathermy
Bipolar diathermy uses two closely spaced electrodes to deliver controlled coagulation and cutting with minimal current spread. Unlike LigaSure or other advanced sealing devices, it lacks an automatic feedback system and does not fuse larger vessels, relying instead on direct thermal coagulation. It is simple, widely available, cost-effective, and suitable mainly for small-vessel hemostasis.
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy is a standard surgical procedure for treating benign and malignant thyroid disorders.
LigaSure
LigaSure is an advanced vessel-sealing system that uses pressure and bipolar energy with real-time feedback to seal vessels up to 7 mm. It limits thermal spread, provides consistent sealing, and reduces the need for sutures-making it distinct from standard bipolar diathermy and other energy devices.
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
2. Diagnosed with benign or low-risk malignant thyroid disorders.
3. Fit for general anesthesia.
4. Provided written informed consent to participate in the study.
Exclusion Criteria
18 Years
ALL
No
Sponsors
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Assiut University
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Keroles Atef Shaffik Nassem
Doctor
References
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Ali Alnnaser, Sulaiman J, Alloush A. A Comparative Study Between Total Thyroidectomy with Ligasure and Total Conventional Thyroidectomy. SRG International Journal of Medical Science. 2024 May;11(3):1-4
Lee J, Nah KY, Kim RM, Ahn YH, Soh EY, Park CS. Comparison of the harmonic scalpel, LigaSure, and conventional technique in open thyroidectomy. Ann Surg Treat Res. 2016;90(2):61-66
Markogiannakis H, Kekis PB, Memos N, Chatzimavroudis G, Lagoudianakis EE, Manouras A. Thyroid surgery using the electrothermal bipolar vessel sealing system. World J Surg. 2011;35(9):1962-1968
Sakorafas GH, Stafyla V, Bramis K, Kotsifopoulos N, Kassaras GA. Ligasure versus clamp-and-tie thyroidectomy: a comparative study. Eur Surg Res. 2008;41(3):182-186
Lachanas VA, Prokopakis EP, Mpenakis AA, Karatzanis AD, Velegrakis GA. LigaSure versus bipolar coagulation in total thyroidectomy. Am J Otolaryngol. 2014;35(6):766-770
Kennedy JS, Stranahan PL, Taylor KD, Chandler JG. High-burst-strength, feedback-controlled bipolar vessel sealing. Surg Endosc. 1998 Jun;12(6):876-8. doi: 10.1007/s004649900733.
Dionigi G, Rovera F, Boni L, Castano P, Dionigi R. Electrothermal bipolar vessel sealing system (LigaSure) in thyroid surgery: a prospective, randomized study. Head Neck. 2010;32(6):718-722
Yao HS, Wang Q, Wang WJ, Li J, Jin JW, Ma YY. A meta-analysis of LigaSure vs conventional vessel ligation in thyroidectomy. Surg Today. 2013;43(4):370-378
Other Identifiers
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CELVBDTSCSUE
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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