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Review
. 1975:26:193-201.
doi: 10.1146/annurev.me.26.020175.001205.

Scanning techniques to assess thyroid nodules

J L Quinn 3rd, R E Henkin
Review

Scanning techniques to assess thyroid nodules

J L Quinn 3rd et al. Annu Rev Med. 1975.

Abstract

Despite its nonspecificity, the thyroid scan remains an important diagnostic aid in the evaluation of the patient with a solitary thyroid nodule. Dual radionuclide thyroid imaging using 99m-Tc pertechnetate and 123-I offers useful information than either alone. The role of complementary diagnostic modalities using ultransonography and thermography looks promising but is as yet unclear.

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