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U/s thyroid shows homogeneous parenchyma on left and right no mass or nodule what does this mean? so what is homogeneous parenchyma?

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Dr. Ira Katz answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Good!: Homogeneous parenchyma is just a fancy way for the person reading the report to say the thyroid appears to be similar in texture and color throughout the entire thyroid. This is a good thing as it implies a uniform thyroid without areas of irregularity or inflammation and most people reading these reports will tend to err on the side of caution & at least say there is some irregularity. Good Luck!

Answered 12/16/2017

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