[Cytologic diagnosis of thyroid lesions by fine needle aspiration]

Fine needle aspiration cytology was used for the diagnosis of 1914 cases of thyroid lesions. In 365 cases, cytologic findings were compared with pathohistologic findings. 310 benign lesions including 272 tumors and 38 other lesions and 55 malignant tumors were noted. The total correspondence rate was 97% and the rate of misdiagnosis 3%. Sampling and diagnostic technics were discussed.