Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
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Abstract
The classification of thyroid lesions poses a considerable challenge, yet the utilization of ultrasonography has the potential to facilitate precise diagnosis, differentiation and management of such lesions, thereby minimizing the need for unnecessary biopsy procedures. The primary aim of this study was to assess the diagnostic accuracy of ultrasonography in the classification of thyroid nodules, in comparison with the conventional method of fine-needle aspiration. This retrospective study encompassed a cohort of 82 patients diagnosed with thyroid nodules. Two radiologists, unaware of each other's findings, conducted a comprehensive review of ultrasonographic features, including nodule margins, echotexture, vascularity and calcifications, as well as the results of fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC). The findings were subsequently validated by an experienced interventional radiologist. In order to assess the diagnostic performance of ultrasonography, the results were compared with those of FNAC. The findings obtained from ultrasonography were strongly correlated with the results of FNAC. Significant associations were observed between the criteria for Ultrasound and the findings of FNAC and ultrasonography, specifically in relation to nodule calcification and echogenicity. Ultrasonography can effectively classify thyroid nodules and aid in decision-making regarding the necessity of biopsy procedures. These findings reinforce the reliability of ultrasonography as a valuable tool in the accurate assessment of thyroid nodules.
How to cite this article:
Pooja Prajapati, Love Katira, Viral Kothari and Rajeshkumar Karsanbhai Jegoda. Ultrasound Imaging Surpasses Fine-Needle Aspiration Cytological Evaluation in Categorizing Thyroid Nodules.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2023.222.225
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2023.222.225