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KMID : 0880420140150020267
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Korean Journal of Radiology
2014 Volume.15 No. 2 p.267 ~ p.276
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Thyroid Ultrasonography: Pitfalls and Techniques
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Choi Seon-Hyeong
Kim Eun-Kyung
Kim Soo-Jin
Kwak Jin-Young
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Abstract
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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.
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KEYWORD
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Thyroid nodule, Thyroid, Ultrasonography, Pitfall, Technique
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