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Advantages of Radiofrequency Ablation of Thyroid Nodules
The procedure itself takes less than an hour, the entire process may take 2-3 hours.
Richard J. Harding, MD, FACS
Jul 15, 20231 min read
Dysphagia
The thyroid is attached anteriorly to the trachea and larynx and can interfere with normal swallowing process when enlarged.
Richard J. Harding, MD, FACS
Jul 11, 20231 min read
Reducing Costs of Thyroid Nodule Therapy with Thyroid RFA
Cost of Thyroid RFA ranges between $5,000 and $15,000 depending upon where it is performed. This is approximately 10% of total surgery costs
Richard J. Harding, MD, FACS
Jul 11, 20233 min read
Benign Thyroid Nodules
Everyday new thyroid nodules are discovered by their physicians, family, friends, and even their hairdressers! Some people have symptoms related to the size of the nodules, which directs them to seek medical consultation. Others have no symptoms but learn about these nodules after undergoing radiologic testing for different reasons. The majority of thyroid nodules are benign. The most readily available modality for evaluating these is the ultrasound. The test is easily perfor
Richard J. Harding, MD, FACS
Jul 11, 20231 min read
Thyroid Evaluation
The proper evaluation of these nodules is very routine. Much of the thyroid assessment is based on the size of the nodule.
Richard J. Harding, MD, FACS
Jul 11, 20231 min read
Long-Term Results of Thermal Ablation of Benign Thyroid Nodules: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Evidence that RFA was superior to laser ablation (LA) in terms of volume reduction rate, regrowth rate, and delayed surgery rate.
Richard J. Harding, MD, FACS
Jul 6, 20231 min read
Benefits of Radiofrequency Ablation Treatment
Benefits of RFA include elimination of the symptoms by shrinking the large nodule while preserving thyroid function
Richard J. Harding, MD, FACS
Jul 1, 20232 min read
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