Can thyroid nodules be ablated?

Thyroid nodules ablation treatment depends on a variety of factors, such as nodule size, location, number, benign and malignant, etc. Generally, benign nodules, high-function adenomas, residual or recurrent nodules after surgery, and patients who cannot tolerate surgery or refuse surgery can be considered. Thyroid nodules ablation treatment depends on nodule size, location, number, benign and malignant factors. In general, ablation treatment can be considered for the following conditions: 1. Benign nodules: less than 3 cm in diameter, without obvious symptoms, and without affecting appearance or function.2. High-function adenomas: nodules secrete thyroid hormones autonomously, resulting in hyperthyroidism. 3. Residual or recurrent nodules after surgery: surgery cannot be completely removed or recurred after surgery, nodules are small, and there is no metastasis. 4. Patients who cannot tolerate surgery or refuse surgery: such as old and weak, severe cardiopulmonary diseases, etc. It should be noted that ablation treatment also has certain limitations and risks, such as incomplete treatment, damage to surrounding tissues, bleeding, infection, etc. Therefore, before deciding whether to perform ablation therapy, patients need to undergo comprehensive evaluation, including thyroid function, ultrasound, fine needle biopsy, etc., to ensure the safety and effectiveness of treatment. In addition, ablation therapy needs to be carefully considered or adjusted for some special populations, such as pregnant women, lactating women, patients taking anticoagulant drugs, etc. In short, whether thyroid nodules can be ablated or not needs to be judged comprehensively according to specific conditions. Patients should choose the most suitable treatment method under the guidance of doctors.