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ArticleJournal of clinical imaging science2026

Comparison of two ablation methods in benign thyroid nodules: Radiofrequency ablation and non-cooled microwave ablation.

Emre Karacay, Ibrahim Ilker Oz, Omer Aydiner, Tamer Baysal

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Emre KaracayDepartment of Radiology, Susurluk State Hospital, Ministry of Health, Balıkesır, Turkey.
Ibrahim Ilker OzDepartment of Radiology, University of Health Science, Hamidiye International School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey.
Omer AydinerDepartment of Radiology, Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
Tamer BaysalDepartment of Radiology, University of Health Science, Hamidiye International School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey.

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Abstract

Objectives: This study evaluates the effectiveness and complication rates of a non-cooled microwave ablation (MWA) system compared to a radiofrequency ablation (RFA) system for treating benign thyroid nodules. Material and Methods: Between October 2022 and July 2023, 56 patients (38 females, mean age: 51.75±10.7 years) with benign thyroid nodules, confirmed twice by fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB), were included. Ultrasound (US) guidance was used to treat 62 nodules under local anesthesia. Nodule volume, diameters, and echogenicity were assessed before and after the procedures. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) 21. Results: At 3, 6, and 12 months, volume reduction was significantly greater in the non-cooled MWA group compared to the RFA group ( Conclusion: The non-cooled MWA system demonstrated superior efficacy compared to RFA, with similar procedural times and complication rates. Further studies with larger cohorts are needed to confirm these findings.

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Benign noduleMicrowave ablationMoving shotMultiple overlapRadiofrequency ablation

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PMCPMC12860300

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