Learning curve for radiofrequency ablation of benign thyroid nodules
Gilles Russ, Adrien Ben Hamou, S. Poirée, C. Ghander, Fabrice Mènégaux, Laurence Leenhardt, Camille Buffet
Abstract
There was a measurable learning curve in RFA for benign thyroid nodules regarding efficacy until 90 patients. VRR and AR can be used as proficiency markers. Only three transient complications occurred confirming the safety of the procedure.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineThyroid nodulesRadiofrequency ablationAblationNuclear medicineUltrasoundThyroidRadiologyInternal medicineThyroid Cancer Diagnosis and TreatmentThyroid and Parathyroid SurgeryHead and Neck Anomalies