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Thyroid Biopsy: Fine-Needle Aspiration for Multinodular Goiter

Ayse N. Sahin-Efe, MD; Michael Misialek, MD
Mass General Brigham, Newton-Wellesley Hospital

1. Introduction

2. Preparation

3. Initial Ultrasound and Marking

4. Inject Local Anesthetic

5. Initial Biopsy Specimens and Preliminary Examination by Pathologist

6. Additional Specimens as Deemed Necessary by Pathologist

7. Final Specimen for Molecular Testing

8. Applying Pressure and Bandage

9. Post-op Remarks