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

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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

Answered 2/4/2021

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