Chyle Leak after a Simple Hemithyroidectomy: An Extremely Rare Situation

Authors

  • Adi S Muhammed
  • Shahrun N Suhaimi
  • Suraya Othman
  • Nor Faezan A Rashid
  • Rohaizak Muhammad

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31436/imjm.v18i3.207

Abstract

Chyle leak is a well-known complication that can occur after a thyroidectomy with neck dissection; however, it rarely occurs after thyroidectomy alone. Here, we report a case of chyle leak following a left hemithyroidectomy for a benign solitary thyroid nodule. Based on the literature search, this is only the second reported case of a chyle leak after a simple hemithyroidectomy without any central or lateral neck dissection. Amongst the possible causes, we hypothesize that the use of intraoperative nerve monitor may be a contributing factor. Treatment options are explored and the patient was treated successfully with nonoperative management.

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Published

01.12.2019

How to Cite

Muhammed, A. S. ., Suhaimi, S. N., Othman, S. ., Rashid, N. F. A., & Muhammad, . R. (2019). Chyle Leak after a Simple Hemithyroidectomy: An Extremely Rare Situation. IIUM Medical Journal Malaysia, 18(3). https://doi.org/10.31436/imjm.v18i3.207