Full Description
This comprehensive book is the definitive guide to thyroid radiofrequency ablation (RFA). Thyroid nodules, whether benign or malignant, are prevalent, and while benign nodules often don't require treatment, some patients may seek intervention due to functional abnormalities or mass effects. Traditional treatments like surgery and radioactive iodine therapy are effective but may not be suitable for all patients due to risks or personal preferences.
Thermal ablation, including radiofrequency, microwave, and high-intensity focused ultrasound, offers a promising non-surgical alternative. Among these, radiofrequency ablation (RFA) stands out as the most extensively researched and proven therapy, boasting both safety and clinical efficacy. This book represents a pivotal resource in steering thyroid patients toward non-surgical treatments, a paradigm shift in thyroid care.
Starting with a comprehensive overview of thyroid nodule diagnosis and management, the book delves into specific guidance on thyroid RFA. Chapters explore the procedure itself, advanced techniques, clinical efficacy, and long-term management strategies. Additionally, it covers related techniques like embolization and RFA's applications in thyroid cancer.
This book serves as an indispensable guide for managing patients with thyroid nodules. Whether you're seeking foundational knowledge or advanced insights, this book equips you with the expertise needed to navigate the complexities of thyroid RFA and deliver optimal patient care.
Contents
Current Methods of Diagnosis and Management of Thyroid Nodules.- Review of Guidelines.- Image-Guided Thyroid Ablation: Standard Terminology and Reporting Criteria.- Thyroidal and Perithyroidal US Anatomy.- Basic Physics and Equipment.- The Procedure + Advanced technique.- Preprocedural Work-up.- Postprocedural Care.- Clinical Efficacy.- Ultrasonographic findings and changes after thyroid RFA.- Change of Benign Thyroid Nodules after Thermal Ablation and Its Ultrasonography Measurements.- Long-term management after TA Controlling Regrowth.- Complications.- Ethanol Ablation.- Embolization on Thyroid Nodules.- Recurrent Thyroid Cancer.- Primary thyroid cancer.- Surgeon's Perspective on Thyroid Ablation.- Surgical-pathologic changes after thryoid RFA.- Multidisplinary Approach to Practive Development.- Developing Thyroid Ablation Service Line.- Advanced techniques & equipment in thyroid RFA.- Appendix: Ultrasound RFA phantom.
