Thyroid surgery with existing Tracheotomy scar ??

[Cherann]

It's not for sure yet. I still have to have Thyroid iodine scan and possible FNA for nodule.  I am more concerened about what Dr. said  ( to many negatives, really unnerved me, and no positives. Most of us can deal with it easier if we know both pros and cons.I think, and are better informed.   But. he is surgeon, said they might not be able to do surgery even if it is Cancer.  ??   Because I have a scar on throat from old Trachetotomy (done 14 years ago) No issues from that now, and I am otherwise heathy. Nice Dr. but young , very little experience in this surgery,  so he will refer me on to head and neck surgeon.  If it's benign won't need to worry. Otherwise how can they leave it there? Leaving you between rock and a hard spot so to speak.  Anyone else have this done having tracheotomy in the past with the normal trach scar?
That is the part causing anxiety, not so much surgery itself. Would appreciate it if anyone can relate to this issue, or just to have some info on others about the surgery. Thanks, Cherann

[Cherann]

Thank you for that info. Appreciate it ver much.  Cherann

[898]

In case, if biopsy is negative for cancer depending of the cyst size, the PEI can be used.
The scar from previous procedure, if it done correctly should not interfere with thyroid removal .
During tracheotomy, the lobes of thyroid are usually separated in the middle by vertical cut to expose trachea.

[Cherann]

Thanks for responding. Helps because I know people are reading the posts and maybe some can relate and respond about.  Appreciate any info.  Good luck to all, God bless.
  Cherann

[Thypatient]

In your case I would definitely want to get a second opinion on that.

Keep us posted on your progress.

[stella5349]

I really can't comment on what is happening to you. I have not been there. I can say the unknown is nerve racking and I am going through a period of that right now myself on a nodule that just doesn't want to cooperate at all.

I hope more answer here for you - I wish you the best.