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ea0070ep437 | Thyroid | ECE2020

The learning curve of a new thyroid fine-needle aspiration facility

Alexandru Niculescu Dan , Terzea Dana , Deacu Laura , Poiana Catalina

Fine-needle aspiration (FNA) is the best available technique for preoperative diagnosis of malignancy in thyroid nodules. Although its efficiency has been well described, the learning curve is underreported. We aimed to describe the learning curve of a new FNA facility (endocrinologist/pathologist) in a university based hospital.Methods: In February 2018 a new FNA facility was formed in our hospital comprising an endocrinologist with high experience in t...