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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
ultrasound report
Answered by
Mark Lupo, M.D. - Thyroid Nodules, Thyroid Cancer, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Thyroid Ultrasound
Thyroid & Endocrine Center of Florida
Sarasota - FL
Questions in the Thyroid forum are answered by Mark Lupo, MD. Topics covered include Goiter, Graves Disease, Hyperthyroid, Parathyroid/Calcium Problems, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodules/Cysts, Thyroiditis, Thyroid & Pregnancy, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Thyroid Tests, and Thyroid Surgery.
ultrasound report
by dmat998, Oct 17, 2007 10:11AM
I recently had an ultra sound done on my thyroid. I was hoping you could help me understand what it means. Findings:The left 3.3 cm bipolar x 0.8 cm AP and is homogeneous without mass.
The right lobe measures 5.5 cm bipolar x 1.3 cm AP. In the anterior
upper pole there is a 3 mm hypoechoic nodule likely an incidental hypoplastic nodule.
Impression: Asymetric prominence of the right lobe containing single 3 mm nodule.
Any insight would be great . Thanks
The right lobe measures 5.5 cm bipolar x 1.3 cm AP. In the anterior
upper pole there is a 3 mm hypoechoic nodule likely an incidental hypoplastic nodule.
Impression: Asymetric prominence of the right lobe containing single 3 mm nodule.
Any insight would be great . Thanks
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Oct 18, 2007 06:01AM
, Oct 18, 2007 06:01AM
Sounds fairly normal -- small (3mm) nodules are not uncommon -- it's about 10%/decade of life incidence -- ie about 50% of 50yo's have a small nodule. The R lobe is usually larger than the L -- so the asymmetry is fine. No biopsy is needed for this situation. Perhaps repeat US in one yeaer to ensure it does not enlarge significantly.
