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Application of contrast-enhanced ultrasound to improve the management of microwave thyroid nodule ablation

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Thermal ablation has gathered population for treatment of benign thyroid nodules in recent years as an alternative to surgery. This utilises techniques such as radiofrequency, microwave and laser ablation. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound has also gained widespread use over the last few decades and offers a number of advantages in intervention. This article will describe the utility of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in microwave thyroid ablation from a pre-procedure, intraprocedural and post-procedural perspective. The application of contrast-enhanced ultrasound allows for a more comprehensive management strategy for thyroid nodule ablation.

Source: Ultrasound

DOI: 10.1177/1742271x261417150

Authors: Gibran Timothy Yusuf, Husam Wassati, Sudeendra Doddi, Gabriele Galata, Paul S Sidhu

Institutions: Princess Royal University Hospital, King's College Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,150