Treating benign thyroid nodules with heat
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study uses heat (thermal ablation) guided by ultrasound to shrink benign thyroid nodules that are causing symptoms or cosmetic concerns. It's an option if you can't have surgery or prefer not to.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a thyroid nodule that has been confirmed non-cancerous by at least two biopsies.
- The nodule looks benign on ultrasound (no suspicious features).
- You have symptoms like pressure, swallowing trouble, or cosmetic concerns, or the nodule is growing quickly.
- You are not able to have surgery or choose not to have surgery.
- You have not had radiation to your head or neck in the past.
- You are willing to be followed for at least 6 months after treatment.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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