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Management of Thyroid nodules in adult patients

Chee Y Eng1*, Muhammad S Quraishi1 and Patrick J Bradley2

Author Affiliations

1 ENT Department, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster DN2 5LT, UK

2 Queen's Medical Centre, Derby Road, Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK

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Head & Neck Oncology 2010, 2:11 doi:10.1186/1758-3284-2-11

Published: 5 May 2010

Abstract

Thyroid nodule is a common presentation and requires a structured diagnostic approach to ascertain the risk of malignancy and determine appropriate management. This review article highlights the key points in the history and examination which can help with risk stratification. It also discussed the application of fine needle aspiration cytology findings and the British Thyroid Association Guidelines in clinical practice.