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==Ultrasound==  
==Ultrasound==  
* [[Ultrasonography]] is not able to differentiate benign from malignant nodules. It can, however, determine the presence of additional nodules, the size of nodules, and the consistency (solid or cystic) of the nodules. It is most helpful in following growth of benign nodules.
* [[Ultrasonography]] is not able to differentiate benign from malignant nodules. It can, however, determine the presence of additional nodules, the size of nodules, and the consistency (solid or cystic) of the nodules. It is most helpful in following growth of benign nodules.


== References ==
== References ==

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Ultrasound

  • Ultrasonography is not able to differentiate benign from malignant nodules. It can, however, determine the presence of additional nodules, the size of nodules, and the consistency (solid or cystic) of the nodules. It is most helpful in following growth of benign nodules.

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