Ultrasonography of Thyroid
甲狀腺超聲波
Thyroid ultrasound is a non-invasive examination. Doctors use ultrasound imaging to examine whether there are any abnormal tumors, calcifications, and other conditions within the thyroid gland. It can also check for enlarged lymph nodes in the neck, providing important information for clinical diagnosis.
$ 1,000
Thyroid Function Test
甲狀腺功能檢查
The purpose of thyroid function testing is to evaluate the thyroid levels in a patient’s body. Conditions such as hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism can be diagnosed through a simple blood test. The testing can also help doctors differentiate thyroid function problems caused by different factors.
Typically, thyroid function testing includes measuring the levels of thyroid hormone T4 and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).
$ 600
Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration
超聲波導引幼針穿刺
If a suspicious thyroid tumor is detected during an ultrasound examination, the doctor may arrange for an ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration biopsy. This procedure involves extracting a small amount of cells from the suspicious thyroid tumor for pathological analysis. It helps determine whether the tumor is benign or malignant, as well as its nature or characteristics.
$ 2,800
Thyroid
About Radiofrequency Ablation of Thyroid Nodules
Non-invasive radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a relatively new method for treating thyroid nodules using radiofrequency energy.
During the treatment process, the doctor will first disinfect the patient’s skin and inject a small amount of local anesthesia under the skin. Then, using ultrasound guidance, the doctor will locate the thyroid nodule. The radiofrequency needle will be inserted into the thyroid nodule, and the temperature will be raised to above 60 degrees Celsius using radiofrequency energy. This will cause the thyroid nodule cells to be destroyed by heat, and the necrotic tissue will be absorbed by the body. If the thyroid nodule has a significant volume, the doctor may need to repeat the above steps multiple times to ensure that every part of the thyroid nodule has been ablated.
The duration of the entire treatment process varies depending on the size of the thyroid nodule, ranging from a few minutes to several tens of minutes.
The advantage of this procedure is that it does not leave visible scars on the skin. After the surgery, the patient will only have a small needle puncture wound on the skin, which does not result in noticeable skin scarring. Therefore, it is particularly suitable for individuals who are concerned about their appearance.