Which of the following is the First vein ligated during thyroidectomy?: (A) Superior thyroid vein, (B) Middle thyroid vein, (C) Inferior thyroid vein, (D) Thyroid ima vein
Answer is B. Middle thyroid vein present only in 30 - 35% individuall. and it is the first vein ligated during thyroidectomy. (note : Thyroid ima is direct pranch from arch of anrta supplying thyroid gland which is present in some individuale).