Fatigue after Thyroidectomy: A Qualitative Exploration of Patients’ Lived Experiences
Authors' conclusion
Fatigue is a significant outcome after thyroidectomy, affecting every aspect of patients' lives.
Study context
- Population
- Adults who underwent thyroidectomy for benign and malignant thyroid disease, January 2021–January 2024; median age 44 years (range 21–73), 90% female
- Participants
- 20 adults
- Outcome
- Lived experience of fatigue post-thyroidectomy
Methodological detailssemi-structured interviews, qualitative content analysis
- Semi-structured interviews
- Qualitative content analysis
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Spontaneously discussed fatigue post-thyroidectomy (tiredness, exhaustion, decreased energy)
75%
Original publication
Fatigue after Thyroidectomy: A Qualitative Exploration of Patients’ Lived Experiences. Thyroid. Published 18 May 2026. doi:10.
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