Introduction: Medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) is the main cause of mortality in MEN2 patients. Genetic
screening for RET proto-oncogene has allowed earlier diagnosis and treatment. Prophylactic
total thyroidectomy (PTT) for MEN2 patients is conventionally done by open surgery.
This literature review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of MIVAT and determine whether
the same outcome could be achieved with fewer post-operative complications.
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