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Main Position during Surgery and Characteristics of VCP
| Position | Unilateral (n = 40) | Bilateral (n = 3) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Right (n = 18) | Left (n = 22) | ||
| Supine | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Prone | 1 | ||
| Right lateral | 2 | 3 | |
| Left lateral | 2 | 1 | |
| Sitting | 2 | 8 | |
| Trandelenburg | 1 | 1 | |
Values are presented as number. VCP: vocal cord paralysis, Position: the main posture during the operation, Supine: including supine with lithotomy, Sitting: including reverse trandelenburg.
