Heat ablation for benign thyroid nodules
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a minimally invasive procedure called thermal ablation (using heat) to shrink benign thyroid nodules that cause symptoms like pressure or cosmetic issues, or overactive (hot) nodules. It offers an alternative to surgery or radioactive iodine.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are generally fit and able to do daily activities
- You have a benign thyroid nodule causing symptoms like pressure or cosmetic issues, OR an overactive (hot) nodule with abnormal thyroid hormone levels
- Your nodule has at least 20% solid tissue (not just fluid)
- If your nodule is not hot, a biopsy shows it is benign (Bethesda II)
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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