THYROID NODULE

This study tests a new device that uses electrical pulses to shrink benign (non-cancerous) thyroid nodules. About 100 adults with symptomatic nodules will receive the treatment and be followed to see if the nodule shrinks and symptoms improve. The goal is to offer a less invasive…

This study tests whether Prunella oral liquid, a herbal remedy, can safely shrink benign (non-cancerous) thyroid nodules. About 234 adults with solid nodules between 1 and 3 cm will take the liquid or a placebo for 9 months. Researchers will measure changes in nodule size and che…

This study is for people with small thyroid nodules (under 2 cm) that might be cancerous. Instead of immediate surgery, which can lead to lifelong thyroid medication and other side effects, researchers want to see if regular check-ups and ultrasounds are a safe option. They will …

This study aims to develop an AI model that combines ultrasound images and cell slide images to more accurately predict cancer risk in thyroid nodules that have uncertain results from a needle biopsy. About 396 patients with these uncertain results will be included. The goal is t…

This study tests whether adding contrast-enhanced ultrasound to standard ultrasound can improve the diagnosis of thyroid cancer. Researchers are comparing two scoring methods in 800 participants with thyroid nodules. The goal is to see which method better identifies cancer and re…

This study is testing a minimally invasive procedure called radiofrequency ablation (RFA) to treat benign thyroid nodules that cause symptoms like discomfort or cosmetic issues. It focuses on LatinX patients who want to avoid surgery. The goal is to see if RFA can safely shrink t…

This study reviews 10 years of medical records from 600 adults who had thyroid surgery at Minia University Hospital. The goal is to find out which patients are most likely to develop low calcium levels after surgery, a common complication. By identifying key risk factors, doctors…

This study aims to improve a prediction model that helps doctors know how difficult a less invasive thyroid surgery might be. Researchers will observe 300 people with thyroid cancer or benign nodules to see which factors, like age, weight, and tumor size, affect surgery difficult…

This study aims to create and test a scoring system called RTAS to evaluate how well surgeons perform robotic thyroidectomy, a surgery to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. Researchers will observe 200 participants with thyroid cancer or benign nodules who are having this s…

This pilot study is testing whether active monitoring (regular ultrasounds and check-ups) is as good as or better than immediate biopsy for people with small thyroid nodules that look suspicious on ultrasound. Twenty adults with nodules under 2 cm will be randomly assigned to eit…

This study is testing whether a special type of ultrasound called multiparametric ultrasound (mpUS) can provide more detailed images of tissue than standard ultrasound. Researchers will compare mpUS results with regular tests in up to 85 people who are at high risk for pancreatic…

This study tests a decision aid for people with small thyroid nodules or early thyroid cancer. Participants get extra information to help them choose a treatment that matches their values. They fill out surveys about their satisfaction and decision-making process. The goal is to …