Use of Radiofrequency Ablation in Benign Thyroid Nodules : A Literature Review and Updates
Joint Authors
Wong, Kai-Pun
Lang, Brian Hung-Hin
Source
International Journal of Endocrinology
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-7, 7 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-11-03
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
7
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Successful thermal ablation using radiofrequency has been reported in various tumors including liver or kidney tumors.
Nonsurgical minimally invasive ablative therapy such as radiofrequency ablation (RFA) has been reported to be a safe and efficient treatment option in managing symptomatic cold thyroid nodules or hyperfunctioning thyroid nodules.
Pressure and cosmetic symptoms have been shown to be significantly improved both in the short and long terms after RFA.
For hyperfunctioning thyroid nodules, RFA is indicated for whom surgery or radioiodine are not indicated or ineffective or for those who refuse surgery or radio-iodine.
Improvement of thyroid function with decreased need for antithyroid medications has been reported.
Complication rate is relatively low.
By reviewing the current literature, we reported its efficacy and complications and compared the efficacy of RFA relative to other ablative options such as ethanol ablation and laser ablation.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Wong, Kai-Pun& Lang, Brian Hung-Hin. 2013. Use of Radiofrequency Ablation in Benign Thyroid Nodules : A Literature Review and Updates. International Journal of Endocrinology،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-471467
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Wong, Kai-Pun& Lang, Brian Hung-Hin. Use of Radiofrequency Ablation in Benign Thyroid Nodules : A Literature Review and Updates. International Journal of Endocrinology No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-471467
American Medical Association (AMA)
Wong, Kai-Pun& Lang, Brian Hung-Hin. Use of Radiofrequency Ablation in Benign Thyroid Nodules : A Literature Review and Updates. International Journal of Endocrinology. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-471467
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-471467