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Comparative utility of fine-needle aspiration biopsy vs. ultrasound in detecting residual disease after radiofrequency ablation for papillary thyroid microcarcinoma: a retrospective case series

   
@article{AOT9107,
	author = {Cristhian Garcia and Michelle Ojeda and Ana Perez and Mikaela Garcia and Jessica Cayambe and Daniela Ortiz and Johanna Latta and Paola Solis-Pazmino},
	title = {Comparative utility of fine-needle aspiration biopsy vs. ultrasound in detecting residual disease after radiofrequency ablation for papillary thyroid microcarcinoma: a retrospective case series},
	journal = {Annals of Thyroid},
	volume = {11},
	number = {0},
	year = {2026},
	keywords = {},
	abstract = {Papillary thyroid microcarcinoma (PTMC) is typically indolent and associated with excellent disease-specific outcomes; however, its optimal management remains debated, with options ranging from active surveillance to surgical intervention. Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) has emerged as a minimally invasive alternative for selected low-risk PTMC patients, achieving substantial tumor volume reduction while preserving thyroid function. Post-RFA surveillance relies primarily on ultrasound imaging, which may be limited in identifying residual viable disease. The role of fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) in post-ablation follow-up remains insufficiently characterized.},
	issn = {2522-6681},	url = {https://aot.amegroups.org/article/view/9107}
}