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ea0041ep1037 | Thyroid (non-cancer) | ECE2016

Cytological evaluation of thyroid nodules by fine-needle aspiration performed by endocrinologists. Our clinical experience in 2014.

Fernandez-Ladreda Mariana Tome , Bautista Carmen , Rojas Rocio , Duarte Daniel Gonzalez

Introducción: Thyroid nodule is a very frequent pathology that affects 4-8% of population. Fine-needle aspiration (FNA) guided by ultrasound (US) is considered the gold standard test in diagnostic evaluation of thyroid nodules. This technique is being assumed more and more frequently by endocrinologists.Description of Methods: We conducted a retrospective study that included all thyroid US-guided FNA performed in 2014. We considered the following va...