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Clinical variables, surgical factors, use of energy-based device, hemostatic agents, postoperative drainage volume, and length of hospital stay were collected. Logistic regression analysis was performed to evaluate predictors of early discharge (defined as discharge on postoperative day 1). Results: A total of 216 patients were included. Surgical procedure type was strongly associated with operative duration, postoperative day 1 drainage volume, and length of hospital stay. Neck dissection and total thyroidectomy were associated with increased drainage and prolonged hospitalization. The use of fibrin sealants was independently associated with lower postoperative drainage volume, shorter hospital stay, and a significantly higher likelihood of early discharge (adjusted odds ratio: 4.43, 95% CI 1.92\u201310.23, p &lt; 0.001). Energy-based device use and patient-controlled analgesia were not associated with early discharge. 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