Safety and efficacy of ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation for benign nonfunctional thyroid nodules in children: a retrospective study of 62 patients with over 4 years of follow-up

Thyroid ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Li Liwen ◽  
Qiu Xinguang
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Radiofrequency Ablation ◽  
Thyroid Nodules ◽  
Ultrasound Guided ◽  
Safety And Efficacy

scholarly journals Multicenter Study of Benign Thyroid Nodules with Radiofrequency Ablation: Results of 762 Cases over 4 Years in Taiwan

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 63
Author(s):  
Wei-Che Lin ◽  
Cheng-Kang Wang ◽  
Wen-Hung Wang ◽  
Chi-Yu Kuo ◽  
Pi-Ling Chiang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Radiofrequency Ablation ◽  
Multicenter Study ◽  
Thyroid Nodules ◽  
The Other ◽  
Ultrasound Guided ◽  
Medical Centers ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Benign Thyroid Nodules ◽  
Benign Thyroid

Background: To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of radiofrequency ablation (RFA) treatment for benign thyroid nodules (BTNs) in five medical centers in Taiwan. Methods: From April 2016 to July 2020, 762 patients underwent ultrasound guided RFA treatment of 826 benign thyroid nodules at five medical centers in Taiwan. The RFA procedure was performed by radiologists, otolaryngologists, or surgeons. Patients were grouped into three subgroups according to the initial volume of BTNs. The volume reduction ratio (VRR) of each nodule, and complications were analyzed at 1, 3, and 6 months after RFA treatment and the three groups compared. Results: The large nodular group showed greater VRR compared to the other two groups at first 1-month follow-up. At 6-months follow-up, there was no significant difference of VRR among the three groups. Goiters with difference in size can attain a successful VRR (>50%) although different specialists demonstrated variable VRR after 6-months follow-up. A total of 40 (4.8%) complications were reported. All patients recovered spontaneously without surgery intervention. Conclusions: The reliability and safety of RFA for benign thyroid nodules had been established. RFA has gradually become an alternative to surgery in the treatment of benign thyroid nodules in Taiwan.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Ultrasound-Guided Radiofrequency Ablation as a Treatment Option for Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma in the Isthmus: A Retrospective Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qing Song ◽  
Hanjing Gao ◽  
Xiaoqi Tian ◽  
Ling Ren ◽  
Yu Lan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lymph Node ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Radiofrequency Ablation ◽  
Lymph Node Metastasis ◽  
Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma ◽  
Papillary Thyroid ◽  
Ultrasound Guided ◽  
Node Metastasis ◽  
Thyroid Microcarcinoma

BackgroundAbout 3–9.2% of papillary thyroid carcinomas (PTC) are found in the isthmus, which has unique anatomic properties, making treatment more challenging. The aim of this study was to evaluate the treatment and undesirable effects of ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for PTC in the isthmus.MethodsThis retrospective case series study assessed 112 patients with single papillary thyroid microcarcinoma in the isthmus, pathologically diagnosed before RFA at the General Hospital of Chinese PLA in 2014–2018. Follow-up was performed by contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) and ultrasound examinations at 1, 3, and 6 months and every 6 months thereafter. The complete ablation (CAR), disappearance (DR), and volume reduction (VRR) rates of nodules, the incidence of complications, and the rate of lymph-node metastasis were recorded.ResultsThe CAR of the tumors was 100%. During follow-up, the volume of coagulation necrosis gradually decreased. DRs at 1, 3, 6, 12, and 18 months after RFA were 0.8% (1/112), 10.7% (12/112), 51.7% (58/112), 91.0% (102/112), and 100% (112/112), respectively. The VRR evaluated by ultrasound and CEUS gradually increased. One recurrent case (0.8%) was found at 7 months after RFA. No complications, lymph node metastasis confirmed by ultrasound, and abnormal thyroid function were observed.ConclusionsThis retrospective study shows that RFA is beneficial for the treatment of PTMC in the isthmus.

scholarly journals Long-term follow-up results of PTMC treated by ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation: a retrospective study

2021 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 1225-1232
Author(s):  
Yalin Zhu ◽  
Ying Che ◽  
Shuhang Gao ◽  
Shuangsong Ren ◽  
Mengying Tong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Radiofrequency Ablation ◽  
Ultrasound Guided ◽  
Long Term Follow Up

Mo1268 Endoscopic Ultrasound Guided Radiofrequency Ablation (EUS-RFA): Initial Assessment of Safety and Efficacy

2017 ◽  
Vol 85 (5) ◽  
pp. AB484 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tom Malikowski ◽  
Ferga C. Gleeson ◽  
Matthew Block ◽  
Suresh T. Chari ◽  
Barham K. Abu Dayyeh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Radiofrequency Ablation ◽  
Endoscopic Ultrasound ◽  
Initial Assessment ◽  
Ultrasound Guided ◽  
Safety And Efficacy

scholarly journals Efficacy and safety of radiofrequency ablation for benign thyroid nodules in patients with previous thyroid lobectomy

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lin Yan ◽  
Mingbo Zhang ◽  
Fang Xie ◽  
Jun Ma ◽  
Jing Xiao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Radiofrequency Ablation ◽  
Symptom Score ◽  
Thyroid Function ◽  
Thyroid Nodules ◽  
Efficacy And Safety ◽  
Thyroid Lobectomy ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Benign Thyroid Nodules ◽  
Benign Thyroid

Abstract Background Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is recommended for the treatment of benign thyroid nodules. However, data on the clinical role of RFA for benign thyroid nodules in patients with history of thyroid lobectomy are insufficient. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for benign thyroid nodules in patients who had previously undergoing thyroid lobectomy. Methods From May 2015 to October 2018, a total of 20 patients (19 females, 1 male, mean age 49.50 ± 14.26 years, range 22–74 years) with 20 benign thyroid nodules (mean volume 15.04 ± 21.17 ml, range 0.40–69.67 ml) who had undergone previous thyroid lobectomy were included in this retrospective study. Patients were followed up at 3, 6, 12 months after RFA and every 12 months thereafter by ultrasound, clinical evaluation and thyroid function. Volume, volume reduction rate (VRR), symptom score and cosmetic score were evaluated. Results During the mean follow-up time of 21.24 ± 16.41 months, the mean nodule volume decreased significantly from 15.04 ± 21.17 ml to 1.29 ± 1.17 ml (P = 0.018) with a mean VRR of 85.41 ± 12.17%. Therapeutic success was achieved in a single session for all thyroid nodules. The symptom score (P = 0.001) and cosmetic score (P = 0.001) were both significantly reduced at the last follow-up. The levels of free triiodothyronine (fT3), free thyroxine (fT4) and thyroid stimulating hormone were not significantly different at the last follow-up from those prior to treatment (all P > 0.05). No life-threatening complications or sequelae occurred after RFA. Conclusions As a minimally invasive modality, RFA was a safe, effective, and thyroid function-preserving option for patients with symptomatic benign thyroid nodules after a previous lobectomy.

scholarly journals DOUBLE TRANSOBTURATOR APPROACH TO TREATING CYSTOCELE

2010 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 17
Author(s):  
S. Bandiera ◽  
G. Raciti ◽  
A. Aloisi ◽  
M. Arena ◽  
R. Giordano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Vaginal Wall ◽  
Anterior Vaginal Wall ◽  
Cure Rate ◽  
Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse ◽  
Safety And Efficacy ◽  
Vaginal Erosion ◽  
Lower Recurrence Rate ◽  
A New Technique

The aim of this study is to show the safety and efficacy of the double transobturator approach, a new technique for anterior vaginal wall prolapse, using several different kinds of meshes (synthetic and biological).This is a retrospective study of 74 women treated between 2005 and 2007. The patients underwent a 3, 6 and 12 month follow-up. The anatomical cure rate, defined as grade of prolapse <2, was 79.7%. Fifteen patients had a recurrence, 12 were treated with biological VS meshes and 3 were treated with synthetic meshes. Vaginal erosion was reported in 5 (6.7%) of these patients, two of whom were treated with topic estrogenic therapy, and three of whom with partial excision. These results suggest that this technique is safe and efficacious and that the best meshes to use are synthetic meshes, because they have a lower recurrence rate than biological meshes.

Radiofrequency ablation of benign thyroid nodules: safety and imaging follow-up in 236 patients

2008 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 1244-1250 ◽  
Author(s):  
Woo Kyoung Jeong ◽  
Jung Hwan Baek ◽  
Hyunchul Rhim ◽  
Yoon Suk Kim ◽  
Min Sook Kwak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Radiofrequency Ablation ◽  
Thyroid Nodules ◽  
Benign Thyroid Nodules ◽  
Benign Thyroid

Safety and Efficacy of Radiofrequency Ablation for Thyroid Nodules

2021 ◽  
Vol 33 (8) ◽  
pp. 361-363
Author(s):  
Ijeoma Uche ◽  
Ricardo Correa
Keyword(s):  
Radiofrequency Ablation ◽  
Thyroid Nodules ◽  
Safety And Efficacy
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