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[Exploration and management of thyroid nodules]
Hamza Benderradji1, Christine Do Cao2, Miriam Ladsous2
1Chef de clinique des universités-assistant des hôpitaux, université de Lille, CHU de Lille.
La Revue Du Praticien
|June 8, 2023
Summary
Most thyroid nodules are benign and require monitoring. However, suspicious nodules, especially those exceeding 1 cm, necessitate further investigation and potential treatment for thyroid cancer.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Oncology
- Radiology
Context:
- Thyroid nodules are common, with 95% being benign.
- Malignant nodules, though rare (approx. 5%), require early detection.
- Risk factors include prior neck irradiation and specific nodule characteristics.
Purpose:
- To outline the diagnostic and management strategies for thyroid nodules.
- To highlight the role of ultrasonography and fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy.
- To discuss the classification systems and challenges in nodule evaluation.
Summary:
- Thyroid ultrasonography, using the EU-TIRADS score, is the primary imaging tool.
- Ultrasound-guided FNA biopsy is indicated for nodules with increasing malignancy risk (EU-TIRADS 3-5) above specific size thresholds.
- Cytologic analysis via the Bethesda system classifies nodules, with challenges in uninterpretable or indeterminate results.
Impact:
- Improved diagnostic accuracy for thyroid nodules.
- Optimized patient management pathways from surveillance to surgical intervention.
- Informed clinical decision-making for thyroid nodule exploration and treatment.
Keywords:
Thyroid Nodule
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