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Imaging recommendation · Neuro · Head & Neck

Pediatric thyroid nodule

Recommended: Thyroid Ultrasound (lower threshold for FNA than adults) is the preferred imaging study for pediatric thyroid nodule. Higher rate of malignancy than adults.

Recommended study

Thyroid Ultrasound (lower threshold for FNA than adults)

US No contrast Preferred Neuro · Head & Neck Outpatient Reviewed

Higher rate of malignancy than adults. Image with high-frequency probe.

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