Radiofrequecny ablation (RFA) is the latest non-surgical treatment for benign thyroid nodules. It has minimal side effects and complications in comparison to surgery. Following the RFA procedure, the ablated nodule will shrink by 50-80% over the course of 6-12 months. It can preserve thyroid functions and avoid the need for potential thyroid medications.
Our patient had a disfiguring large thyroid nodule for years. It was causing him a-lot of trouble swallowing, neck fullness and difficultly breathing. He declined thyroid surgery several times as he wanted to preserve his thyroid and its functions. After diligent self search he learned about thyroid RFA. He was pleased to find that It also can be done at our pioneer OCC center.
He came to our center for RFA consultation . During his intial consultation, we discussed all details about RFA procedure, his prospective prognosis and possible adverse effects . Prior to scheduling any thyroid ablation , the patient medical records and his previous thyroid biopsy slides were reviewed at OCC. Also the patient had a thyroid ultrasound scan at OCC to detect any other thyroid nodules. At OCC, we ensure that RFA is the right decision for our patients. The patient with no hesitation had his RFA at OCC.
His RFA procedure was uneventful expected. He went home after brief observation. He was able to return to work the following work day.
His two months follow up appointment after his RFA procedure revealed significant reduction in nodule size. The patient has noticed improvement is his neck compression symptoms, neck swelling and visible reduction of his nodule size. The patient was extremely happy with his RFA results as well as his success in preserving his thyroid .
