Ultrasound-guided thermal ablation for benign thyroid nodules

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the long-term outcomes of ultrasound-guided thermal ablation as a treatment for benign thyroid nodules. It is a multicenter observational study that aims to predict clinical outcomes based on patient experiences and follow-up data. Participants will undergo thermal ablation and will be monitored for at least 12 months to assess the effectiveness and safety of the procedure.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. confirmation of benign nodule status on two separate fine- needle aspiration or core-needle biopsy
2. no suspicious malignant features on ultrasound examination
3. report of cosmetic and/ or symptomatic problems or concern of nodules growing rapidly or malignant transformation
4. refusal or ineligibility for surgery
5. follow-up time ≥12 months

Exclusion Criteria:

1. follicular neoplasm or malignancy findings on biopsy
2. nodules with benign result on biopsy had suspicious of malignancy in US
3. patients with contra-lateral vocal cord paralysis
4. previous radiation to the head and neck
5. follow- up time less than 12 months

Where it's running

• Chinese PLA General Hospital
  Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Yukun Luo — Chinese PLA General Hospital
• Study coordinator: Lin Yan, MD
• Email: gemma-y@163.com
• Phone: 13811237313

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.