Thyroid nodule examination is which branch

Thyroid nodule examination is usually linked to endocrinology or general surgery.

1. Endocrinology Department

Endocrinology Department can comprehensively assess thyroid function. Endocrinologists can use blood tests and other means to understand thyroid hormone levels in detail, such as thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), thyroid hormone (T4), etc., which is very important for judging whether nodules are accompanied by abnormal function. Thyroid dysfunction may affect the nature, development, and choice of treatment options for nodules.

2. General

surgery focuses on the morphology and structure of nodules. General surgeons rely on rich clinical experience and professional examination techniques, such as ultrasound, fine needle biopsy, etc., to accurately determine the size, shape, boundary, internal echo and other characteristics of nodules, which is helpful to determine the benign and malignant tendency of nodules. For nodules highly suspected of malignancy or obvious compression symptoms, general surgery can formulate appropriate surgical plans.

The examination of thyroid nodules involves many departments. Patients should choose appropriate departments according to their specific conditions. If necessary, the diagnosis and the best treatment plan should be made through multidisciplinary cooperation.