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Ethanol Ablation of Cystic Thyroid Nodule: About your procedure -

Ethanol Ablation of Cystic Thyroid Nodule: About your procedure
Abstract

This handout explains ethanol ablation, which is used to treat your cystic thyroid nodule. It explains how to prepare and what to expect during and after your procedure.

Author
Endocrinology
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2025
General Subject
Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Therapeutic Procedures
Specific Subject/Keyword
Endocrine Diseases
Endocrine Glands
Endocrine System
Thyroid Diseases
Thyroid Gland
Ultrasound
Treatments and Therapies
Languages
English
Record ID
5133