Biopsies / Ponctions Thyroïde / Parathyroïde Endocrinologie

Thyroid biopsy/FNA

Ultrasound-guided cellular or tissue sampling of a thyroid nodule.

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The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.

What does this intervention involve?

Background

Suspicious thyroid nodule per EU-TIRADS criteria. Procedure: US-guided fine needle (FNA) or core biopsy. Duration: 10-15 minutes. Risks: Local pain, small cervical hematoma, infection (very rare). Recovery: Immediate. Cytology results in a few days (Bethesda classification).

Practical information

Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).

This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.