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Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation: Updates on Innovative Devices and Techniques

Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a well-known, effective, and safe method for treating benign thyroid nodules and recurrent thyroid cancers. Thyroid-dedicated devices and basic techniques for thyroid RFA were introduced by the Korean Society of Thyroid Radiology (KSThR) in 2012. Thyroid RFA has now been adopted worldwide, with subsequent advances in devices and techniques. To optimize the treatment efficacy and patient safety, understanding the basic and advanced RFA techniques and selecting the optimal treatment strategy are critical. The goal of this review is to therefore provide updates and analysis of current devices and advanced techniques for RFA treatment of benign thyroid nodules and recurrent thyroid cancers.

Park HS, Baek JH, Park AW, Chung SR, Choi YJ, Lee JH. Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation: Updates on Innovative Devices and Techniques. Korean J Radiol. 2017;18(4):615-623. doi:10.3348/kjr.2017.18.4.615

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The devices and techniques for thyroid RFA continue to evolve. Understanding the basic and advanced RFA techniques, and selecting the optimal treatment strategy, are critical to optimize treatment efficacy and patient safety.

Radiofrequency ablation; Technique; Thermal ablation; Thyroid nodules; Ultrasound

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