High intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) ablation of benign thyroid nodules – a systematic review

ConclusionsDespite the few number of studies, our review appeared to suggest that HIFU is a safe and efficacious method of treating symptomatic benign thyroid nodules. However, larger-scale, prospective trials with longer follow-up period are indeed required to confirm this. In terms of the ablation itself, relative to other ablation techniques, there are still much room for improvements in shortening treatment duration and expanding the range of treatable nodules.
Source: Journal of Therapeutic Ultrasound - Category: Radiology Source Type: research