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http://dx.doi.org/10.3348/kjr.2014.15.2.267

Thyroid Ultrasonography: Pitfalls and Techniques  

Choi, Seon Hyeong (Department of Radiology, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Yonsei University College of Medicine)
Kim, Eun-Kyung (Department of Radiology, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Yonsei University College of Medicine)
Kim, Soo Jin (Department of Radiology, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Yonsei University College of Medicine)
Kwak, Jin Young (Department of Radiology, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Yonsei University College of Medicine)
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Korean Journal of Radiology / v.15, no.2, 2014 , pp. 267-276 More about this Journal
Abstract
Thyroid ultrasonography (US) plays a key role in the diagnosis and management of thyroid-related diseases. The aim of this article was to illustrate various pitfalls that can occur in utilizing thyroid US and techniques to prevent them. In this article, we present cases demonstrating the common pitfalls associated with US equipment, performance, normal thyroid structures, misinterpretations, and surrounding structures. Knowledge of these areas is essential to avoid misdiagnosis or improper disease management.
Keywords
Thyroid nodule; Thyroid; Ultrasonography; Pitfall; Technique;
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