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This article reviews the workup for thyroid nodules, including how to interpret ultrasound findings and fine-needle aspiration (FNA) cytopathology, and a comparison of new molecular testing ...
Ultrasound-guided FNA is imperative in directing the management of thyroid nodules, allowing for prompt diagnosis and treatment of thyroid malignancies. Additionally, the identification of benign thyroid nodules helps avoid unnecessary surgery and helps guide treatment and reduce the cost of care.
Sonographic pattern. On a thyroid ultrasound, a nodule is classified into one of five categories: benign pattern (0% risk): no biopsy. very low suspicion pattern (<3% risk): biopsy if ≥2 cm (or ultrasound observation) low suspicion pattern (5-10% risk): biopsy if ≥1.5 cm. intermediate suspicion pattern (10-20% risk): biopsy if ≥1 cm.
Thyroid nodules are small solid or fluid-filled bumps that can form in your thyroid gland. Most nodules are benign (noncancerous), but some ( around 5% to 15% ) can be malignant (cancerous). A thyroid biopsy can help your provider find out what caused a nodule.
Thyroid biopsy is an important component of the evaluation of a thyroid nodule (algorithm 1). It is the most accurate method for evaluating thyroid nodules and selecting patients for thyroid surgery. This topic will review the techniques, utility, limitations, and complications of percutaneous thyroid biopsies.
If a biopsy shows that you have a noncancerous thyroid nodule, your doctor may suggest simply watching your condition. This usually means having a physical exam and thyroid function tests at regular intervals.
A thyroid nodule biopsy is a procedure that removes a small sample of tissue from your thyroid gland. It’s used to determine if a thyroid nodule is cancerous.