Abstract
This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a novel wound protector in enhancing the cosmetic outcomes of thyroidectomy. This multicenter, double-blinded randomized controlled trial enrolled 129 patients undergoing open thyroidectomy. The patients were divided into a wound protector group and a control group. Subjective patient assessments were conducted, measuring wound satisfaction, pain, and itchiness. Additionally, blinded observers evaluated scars using the Vancouver Scar Scale. The Vancouver Scar Scale revealed significant advantages for the wound protector group, demonstrating improvements in pigmentation ( P =0.002), vascularity ( P =0.014), pliability ( P =0.001), and height ( P =0.001). The thyroid wound protector offers a potential to improve postoperative cosmetic outcomes. Further research is warranted to explore patient experiences and optimize the application of this innovative wound protector across diverse surgical contexts.
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