Could absorbable sutures be used in a hemi-thyroidectomy?

Yes: When the incision is closed for a thyroidectomy, absorbable sutures deep to the skin are used. For the outer layer of the skin, there are a number of options including sutures that are absorbable, non-absorbable sutures, or even skin glue.

Absorbable sutures: They can be used in thyroidectomies,, both hemis and totals. I have done it that way since 1999.