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Guideline Thyroid disorders: evaluation and management of thyroid nodules. 2008
Cohen JI, Salter KD, Anonymous00013, Anonymous00014, Anonymous00015. · Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, PV-01, Portland, OR 97239-3098, USA. · Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am. · Pubmed #18603201 No free full text.
Abstract: Although thyroid nodules are a common clinical entity, few (5% to 10%) are malignant and require surgical treatment. Most nodules are discovered incidentally in patients undergoing surveillance for medical reasons unrelated to thyroid disorders. Therefore, a systematic approach to their evaluation is important to avoid unnecessary surgery. High-resolution ultrasonography and fine-needle aspiration have resulted in substantial improvements in diagnostic accuracy, cost reductions, and higher malignancy yield at the time of surgery. In this article, the authors present practical guidelines and a suggested management strategy for the effective diagnosis and management of incidentally discovered thyroid nodules.
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