Wiki Thyroidectomies: Complete vs Total

[donformica]

Hello all,

I am a Coding student and even my Instructor cannot explain the difference (if any) between a Total and a Complete Thyroidectomy.
Thanks in advance to any who can clarify

 

[ciphermed]

Total and complete appear to mean the same thing...removal of the entire thyroid gland.

 

[AuntJoyce]

Complete vs. Total

Total and Complete are the same just as Partial and Sub-Total are the same...it's just the way some medical professionals refer to the procedure.

Coding - the wonderful world of MUD.

Have a great weekend,

Joyce

 

[donformica]

Thank You!!

Thanks, everyone for the info. It's great as a student to be able to pick the brains of those with experience in the industry. One last thing...
What is MUD an acronym for?