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A Swin Transformer-Based Model for Thyroid Nodule Detection in Ultrasound Images
Published on: April 21, 2023
Clinical Diagnostic Evaluation of Thyroid Nodules
Carolyn Maxwell1, Jennifer A Sipos2
1Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Stony Brook University School of Medicine, 26 Research Way, East Setauket, NY 11733, USA.
Abstract:
The presence of a thyroid nodule may be recognized by the patient or the clinician on palpation of the neck or it may be an incidental finding during an imaging study for some other indication. The method of detection is less important, however, than distinguishing benign lesions from more aggressive neoplasms. This article outlines the diagnostic algorithm for the evaluation of thyroid nodules including biochemical testing, imaging, and, when appropriate, fine-needle aspiration. In addition, the authors review the natural history of benign nodules, follow-up strategies, and indications for repeat aspiration.
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