Understanding a Thyroid Ultrasound Report of a Nodule: The TI-RADS (TR) Score!

Getting a thyroid ultrasound for a thyroid nodule is VERY common. The main concern is whether thyroid cancer may be present which peaks in women around age 40-50 years and in men usually around age 60-70 years. However, thyroid cancer can occur at any  age. Given many patients are able to obtain a copy of their ultrasound reports, it may be educational to understand what is being stated beyond the obvious size description. The KEY information patients should look for in an ultrasound report of…

12/30/2022 0

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Thyroid Nodules and Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid nodules are a not uncommon (and unwelcome) finding that elicits anxiety in many patients, especially given the possibility of cancer. These videos describe how a thyroid nodule is worked up and treated. Although Dr. Chang no longer treats thyroid nodules, many endocrinologists, ENTs and general surgeons are trained to evaluate and manage thyroid nodules.

5/05/2022 0

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Increased Risk of Thyroid Cancer From Frequent Use of Disinfectants

Yale researchers have reported that regular exposure to biocides including disinfectants (such as doctors, dentists, nurses, etc) doubles the risk of thyroid cancer . This findings was determined through a population-based case-control study involving 462 thyroid cancer cases in Connecticut collected 2010-2011. Over the past decade, there has been an increased incidence of thyroid cancer every year and this report may explain part of this alarming trend along with possible over-diagnosis as…

4/03/2017 0

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