2022 Taiwan clinical multicenter expert consensus and recommendations for thyroid radiofrequency ablation
Journal
Ultrasonography
Journal Volume
42
Journal Issue
3
Date Issued
2023-07-01
Author(s)
Lin, Wei Che
Chen, Wen Chieh
Wang, Pei Wen
Chan, Yi Chia
Chang, Yen Hsiang
Chen, Harn Shen
Chen, Szu Tah
Chen, Wei Chih
Cheng, Kai Lun
Chi, Shun Yu
Chiang, Pi Ling
Chou, Chen Kai
Chou, Feng Fu
Huang, Shun Chen
Liu, Feng Hsuan
Luo, Sheng Dean
Wang, Wen Hung
Abstract
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive management strategy that has been widely applied for benign and recurrent malignant thyroid lesions as an alternative to surgery in Taiwan. Members of academic societies for specialists in interventional radiology, endocrinology, and endocrine surgery collaborated to develop the first consensus regarding thyroid RFA in Taiwan. The modified Delphi method was used to reach a consensus. Based on a comprehensive review of recent and valuable literature and expert opinions, the recommendations included indications, pre-procedural evaluations, procedural techniques, post-procedural monitoring, efficacy, and safety, providing a comprehensive review of the application of RFA. The consensus effectively consolidates advice regarding thyroid RFA in clinical practice for local experts.
Subjects
Consensus
Locally recurrent thyroid cancer
Nodule
Radiofrequency ablation
Thyroid
Ultrasound
SDGs
Type
other