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Video-assisted parathyroidectomy: two small conventional retractors are used to medially retract the thyroid lobe and laterally retract the strap muscles to maintain the operative space. The endoscope (5 mm, 30°) and dedicated small surgical instruments are then introduced through the skin incision without any trocar utilization.
