Dual-modal radiomics nomogram based on contrast-enhanced ultrasound to improve differential diagnostic accuracy and reduce unnecessary biopsy rate in ACR TI-RADS 4-5 thyroid nodules.

Jia-Yu RenWen-Zhi LvLiang WangWei ZhangYing-Ying MaYong-Zhen HuangYue-Xiang PengJian-Jun LinXin-Wu Cui

Published in: Cancer imaging : the official publication of the International Cancer Imaging Society (2024)

The dual-modal US radiomics nomogram revealed superior discrimination accuracy and considerably decreased unnecessary FNAB rates in benign and malignant TR4-5 TNs. It could guide further examination or treatment options.

Keyphrases

lymph node metastasis
contrast enhanced ultrasound
squamous cell carcinoma
ultrasound guided
single cell
fine needle aspiration
magnetic resonance imaging
magnetic resonance