New needle method may better protect voice nerves during neck surgery

NCT ID NCT07638579

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares two methods of monitoring the nerve that controls the vocal cords during thyroid and parathyroid surgery. The standard method uses a breathing tube with electrodes, while the new method uses tiny needles placed directly into the voice box cartilage. Researchers will test both methods on 300 adults to see which one more accurately detects nerve injury, helping surgeons protect the voice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

parathyroid gland disorder thyroid gland disorder

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • 2nd Surgical Department of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

    Thessaloniki, Greece