Why is THYROID ULTRASOUND important in the evaluation and management of thyroid disorders?
A THYROID ULTRASOUND can be very helpful in both the evaluation and management of thyroid diseases. THYROID ULTRASOUND can not only diagnose the presence of a THYROID NODULE, but it can be used as a guidance tool for a skilled INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGIST to be able to perform a biopsy. THYROID ULTRASOUND also can show some classic findings which can help diagnose HASHIMOTO’S THYROIDITIS. THYROID ULTRASOUND is also very useful in surveillance of patients who have undergone partial or complete surgical removal of the thyroid gland. LYMPH NODES adjacent to the thyroid gland can also be diagnosed with a THYROID ULTRASOUND. Any patient who potentially has ANY abnormality with the thyroid gland either on physical examination by a doctor, or by blood testing, should undergo a THYROID ULTRASOUND. When having a THYROID ULTRASOUND, patients should insist on going to a center which is proficient in THYROID ULTRASOUND, with strong, experienced technologists performing the test. This is most importa
