What Is the Cost of Hemithyroidectomy in the UAE?
The cost of hemithyroidectomy in the UAE typically ranges from $2,000 to $18,000 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.
Hemithyroidectomy, or thyroid lobectomy, removes one half of the thyroid gland. In the UAE, the cost depends on:
- Reason for surgery: a nodule, goitre or cancer.
- Nerve monitoring: to protect the voice nerve.
- Hospital stay: same-day discharge is sometimes possible (British Thyroid Foundation).
- Frozen section: or additional procedures.
Reasons for Removing Half the Thyroid
The British Thyroid Foundation lists:
- Indeterminate nodules: for example Thy3a, Thy3f or Thy4 on needle testing.
- A large nodule or goitre: causing pressure symptoms.
- Some small thyroid cancers: suitable for lobectomy.
- Recurrent thyroid cysts: that keep refilling.
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About 10 to 15% of people develop an underactive thyroid after hemithyroidectomy, so levothyroxine is only needed if the remaining half cannot keep levels normal (British Thyroid Foundation).
Temporary hoarseness is common, and permanent voice change affects about 1 to 2%. Low calcium is uncommon because the parathyroid glands on the other side remain.
After Surgery in the UAE
Blood tests check thyroid function. If cancer is found, completion surgery may be needed; see the completion thyroidectomy page.
UAE insurers usually require prior approval for planned thyroid surgery. Bring your ultrasound and needle biopsy reports to the consultation.
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Frequently Asked Questions Related to Hemithyroidectomy Cost in United Arab Emirates
Removal of one half of the thyroid gland.
Sometimes, according to the British Thyroid Foundation.
Only about 10 to 15% develop an underactive thyroid.
To find out whether the nodule is cancerous.
No, because the other side's parathyroid glands remain.
Temporary hoarseness is common. Permanent change affects about 1 to 2%.
The cost of hemithyroidectomy in the UAE typically ranges from $2,000 to $18,000 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.
If cancer is found, completion thyroidectomy may follow.
Ultrasound and needle biopsy results.
Usually 6 to 12 months.
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