Research Article: Application of shear wave elastography in the management of thyroid nodules in children and adolescents: our experience and a review of the literature
Abstract:
Introduction: Shear wave elastography (SWE) is an ultrasound diagnostic method used to measure tissue stiffness. Since the mechanical properties of tissue involved in the pathological process change, SWE might indicate regions of the examined tissue covered by the disease. It is well documented that SWE helps to differentiate benign and malignant nodules in thyroid glands in adults, however, there are few studies on the application of SWE in thyroid diagnosis in children. The purpose of the study was to assess the application of SWE based on Young’s modulus expressed in kPa in the management of thyroid nodules in children and adolescents.
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