Thyroid artery embolization for large goiters
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a non-surgical procedure called thyroid artery embolization (TAE) to shrink a goiter that is pressing on your windpipe or throat. It may help if you cannot have surgery or prefer an alternative.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a goiter that causes symptoms like trouble breathing or swallowing, or is at risk of doing so.
- You cannot have surgery or choose not to, and you are willing to try TAE.
- Your goiter has a low or moderate suspicion of cancer based on ultrasound (TiRADS 1-4).
- You have had at least one biopsy showing no cancer cells (Bethesda I, II, or III).
- You are 18 years or older.
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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