Clinical, imaging and cytological differences between palpable and non-palpable thyroid nodules

Non-palpable implant removal.

IUD) is thought to act immediately by inhibiting sperm and ovum viability or preventing implantation.2 The LNG-IUS has a different contraceptive mechanism of action that relies on hormonal effects on the endometrium, cervical mucus and uterotubal transport, and thus has a delayed onset.2,3 This is the rationale for advising additional contraception for 7 days if a LNG-IUS is inserted after Day ...

Combination of aspiration and non-aspiration fine needle biopsy for cytological diagnosis of thyroid nodules

Background: Good cytological sample is very important for the cytological diagnosis of thyroid nodules. The aim of this study was to evaluate the adequacy of prepared samples by the combination of aspiration and non- aspiration fine needle biopsy. Methods: In this descriptive – analytical study, sampling was done simultaneously for each patient in fine needle aspiration and non-aspiration biops...

A Cytological Study of Palpable Superficial Nodules of Parasitic Origin: A Study of 41 Cases

Background. Few parasitic infestations present as only superficial palpable subcutaneous or intramuscular nodule. The current study highlights the role of FNAC in the diagnosis of superficial palpable parasitic lesions. Methods. This was a retrospective study in which we reviewed the FNAC record of all patients over a period of two years from September 2011 to August 2013. During this period, F...

Cytological Study of Palpable Breast Lump Presenting in Eastern Nepal

Cytological study of palpable breast lumps with their histological

Background: FNAC is an inexpensive and highly accurate means of diagnosing both benign and malignant breast lesions. The procedure provides a rapid and non-morbid diagnosis before the operation which enables the patient and the surgeon to discuss and plan therapeutic alternatives in a rational atmosphere. Objectives: To evaluate role of fine needle aspiration cytology in the diagnosis of breast...