The patients presented in these cases document the remarkable success of thyroid radiofrequency ablation. All patients who have thyroid nodules undergo a thorough history and physical, followed by comprehensive evaluation of their diagnostic studies, including in office neck ultrasound. Some further testing may be necessary prior to intervention is recommended.
The RFA patients presented in these case studies experienced rapid improvement in their symptoms. Having avoided surgical resection , they achieve a continuous volume reduction over the 12 months. These demonstrate the outstanding results we have experience
Case Report #1
35 yo WF with large thyroid nodule and borderline hyperthyroidism for 5 years
Case Report #2
68 yo WM with difficulty with swallowing, constant clearing of throat with a large right upper 5.5 x 3.64 cm thyroid nodule.
Case Report #3
44 yo WF with known thyroid nodule since 2014, now with symptoms of choking, difficulty swallowing, and foreign body sensation (something stuck in her throat).
Case Report #4
74yo female with obvious neck deformity from large right thyroid nodule. Normal thyroid function. She had tried radioactive iodine for a nodule on in the past which only worked on one side. She wishes to eliminate deformity but adamantly refuses surgery.
Case Report #5
39 y/o male with large right lower thyroid nodule and several smaller nodules. Complains of difficulty with swallowing and difficulty breathing and pressure sensation when trying to exercise.
