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Liquid crystal thermography of the thyroid
European Journal of Radiology
|November 1, 1985
Summary
Liquid crystal thermography (LCT) is a fast, inexpensive, and safe additional tool for thyroid evaluation. While not ideal for morphology or function, it serves as a useful initial or follow-up examination in endocrine clinics.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Medical Imaging
- Thermography
Background:
- Thyroid disease diagnosis relies on various imaging and laboratory methods.
- Liquid crystal thermography (LCT) offers a non-invasive approach to assess thyroid status.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility of liquid crystal thermography (LCT) as a diagnostic tool for thyroid conditions.
- To compare LCT findings with conventional methods like scintigraphy and ultrasonography.
Main Methods:
- Conducted 102 thyroid liquid crystal thermography (LCT) examinations.
- All patients underwent clinical, laboratory, scintigraphy, and ultrasonography assessments alongside LCT.
Main Results:
- LCT demonstrated limitations in providing detailed morphological data.
- LCT showed insufficient accuracy for precise thyroid function evaluation.
- LCT was found to be inexpensive, non-hazardous, and rapid.
Conclusions:
- Liquid crystal thermography (LCT) is a valuable supplementary examination for thyroid disorders.
- Its speed, low cost, and safety make it suitable as an initial screening tool in endocrine outpatient settings.
- LCT can also be beneficial in the ongoing management and follow-up of patients with thyroid disease.