Needle instead of knife: new study tests gentler thyroid treatment for LatinX community
NCT ID NCT05903196
Summary
This study is testing a minimally invasive procedure called radiofrequency ablation (RFA) as an alternative to surgery for LatinX adults with bothersome, non-cancerous thyroid nodules. The procedure uses heat from a small needle to shrink nodules that cause symptoms like neck pressure, cosmetic concerns, or hormone issues. Researchers want to see if this approach is safe and effective for LatinX patients, a group not well-studied with this treatment, and if it can help people avoid the risks and recovery of an operation.
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Northwell Health Physician Partners
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10022, United States
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