Role of Ultrasound and Elastography in the diagnosis of thyroid lesions
Journal Title: PARIPEX-Indian Journal of Research - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 8
Abstract
Thyroid ultrasonography is a useful tool in the evaluation and management of thyroid disorders. Advanced ultrasound techniques for thyroid imaging has helped the surgeons and endocrinologists to a great extent in their daily clinical and operative practice. This article provides an overview of indications for ultrasound in various thyroid diseases, describes characteristic ultrasound findings in these diseases, and illustrates major diagnostic pitfalls of thyroid ultrasound.
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Dr. Vijay Shankar, Dr. Rakesh Mehra
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