Question 1

is it poss. cancer? us results thyroid nodule:  solid, heterogeneous &  isoechoic nodule w/in the mid to lower right lobe, 4.2cm, increas. vascularity

Accepted Answer

Suspicious: You should be guided by an endocrinologist as to further testing which will include a fna biopsy. Sometimes it is just best to remove a solid nodule of this large size.

Question 2

what does heterogeneous mean when it comes to a thyroid nodule?

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It means irregular: Heterogeneous is the opposite of homogenous. Any thyroid nodule which is irregular and over 1cm in size needs to be investigated further. This may need a biopsy especially if it is growing or has increased in size over a period of 3 months. You should have your doctor guide you or send you to an endocrinologist. For a second opinion and further advice.

Question 3

hi, i recently found out i have 'multiple' thyroid nodules, it reads very heterogeneous w/prominent internal flow two of them measuring 1cm.

Accepted Answer

Multinodular goiter: This is fairly common and usually is quite benign. The imaging specialist can advise as to whether and need to be needled fr duagnosis.

Question 4

are heterogeneous complex thyroid nodules degenerating adenomas and have to be removed if peripherally vascular?

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Depends : Increased vasularuzation of thyroid nodule rises suspension fior  malignanccy . In this case fine needle aspiration of thyroid nodule is needed to rule malignantncy. Otherwise nodules with this appearance on thyroid ultrasound are generally benign .

Question 5

is a heterogeneous thyroid nodule cancerous?

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Possibly: Each thyroid nodule has an approx. 5% chance of malignancy, thus a heterogenous could be cancerous.  Looking at it the other way, a heterogenous nodule has a 95% chance of not being cancerous.

Question 6

i have several heterogeneous thyroid nodules and cysts with 7mm biggest in size. what does this indicate?

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Common. Don't worry: Many people have nodules as they get older. Don't worry about them if they are less than 1cm in size. When and if they get bigger, then we biopsy the solid ones and aspirate the fluid with a needle.

Question 7

what percentage of heterogeneous, complex peripherally vascular thyroid nodules are cancer?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Thyroid nodules are mostly ( 80-90%) benign . But it depends on their size and rate of change(growth in their size). A repeat Ultrasound study of your Thyroid should be done(I am sure your doctor must have advised you to do so)) in 6 to 12 months time to reassess for any growth in the nodules in your Thyroid.

Question 8

what are ill-defined thyroid nodules with diffuse heterogeneous echotexture?

Accepted Answer

Usually description: of possible nodules in a gland with inflammation=thyroiditis

needs follow up ultrasound 1 year and check and follow-up of thyroid function tests 1-2 x /year

Question 9

i just had fna done on 1 of 3 thyroid nodules and report say 3cm heterogeneous soild nodule w/small cystic components, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Microscopic?: This report represents the gross pathologic findings but the microscopic. Microscopic results will define whether cells are benign or malignant. Usually the solid part of the nodule has the answer.Need further information.

Question 10

is a heterogeneously hypoechonic nodule 1.4x1.1x1.1cm thyroid nodule with microlobulated margins with no calcifications is a possible malignant one?

Accepted Answer

No definite answer.: There's no way to know from an ultrasound whether a thyroid nodule is malignant or benign. Don't be fooled by Radiologist - all imaging is limited in its ability to diagnose these conditions. The only way to tell for certain about malignancy is to undergo a biopsy. In the mean time, an iodine uptake-and-scan could help. You'll need blood tests &amp; the help of an endocrinologist as well. Use HT Prime

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Is it poss. cancer? us results thyroid nodule: solid, heterogeneous & isoechoic nodule w/in the mid to lower right lobe, 4.2cm, increas. vascularity

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What does heterogeneous mean when it comes to a thyroid nodule?

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Hi, i recently found out i have 'multiple' thyroid nodules, it reads very heterogeneous w/prominent internal flow two of them measuring 1cm.

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Are heterogeneous complex thyroid nodules degenerating adenomas and have to be removed if peripherally vascular?

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Is a heterogeneous thyroid nodule cancerous?

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I have several heterogeneous thyroid nodules and cysts with 7mm biggest in size. what does this indicate?

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What percentage of heterogeneous, complex peripherally vascular thyroid nodules are cancer?

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What are ill-defined thyroid nodules with diffuse heterogeneous echotexture?

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I just had fna done on 1 of 3 thyroid nodules and report say 3cm heterogeneous soild nodule w/small cystic components, what does this mean?

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Is a heterogeneously hypoechonic nodule 1.4x1.1x1.1cm thyroid nodule with microlobulated margins with no calcifications is a possible malignant one?

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