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Molecular Profiling of Thyroid Nodules: Current Role for the Afirma Gene Expression Classifier on Clinical Decision Making

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Published in 2017 at "Molecular Imaging and Radionuclide Therapy"

DOI: 10.4274/2017.26.suppl.05

Abstract: Thyroid fine-needle aspiration biopsy results are cytologically indeterminate in 15-30% of cases. When these nodules undergo diagnostic surgery, approximately three-quarters are histologically benign. These unnecessary surgeries diminish quality of life, generate complications, and increase healthcare… read more here.

Keywords: surgery; afirma gene; gene expression; gec ... See more keywords