Thyroid Ultrasound in Kathmandu
Expert Thyroid Imaging & Nodule Assessment
📞 Book Ultrasound: 9700682797What is Thyroid Ultrasound?
Thyroid ultrasound is a safe, painless imaging test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of your thyroid gland. It's the best imaging method for evaluating thyroid structure, size, and detecting nodules.
Gland Size
Measures thyroid dimensions and volume
Nodule Detection
Identifies lumps and abnormal growths
Structure Assessment
Evaluates tissue texture and blood flow
What Can Thyroid Ultrasound Detect?
Thyroid Nodules
Detects solid or fluid-filled lumps, determines size, and assesses cancer risk features
Goiter (Enlarged Thyroid)
Measures gland enlargement and identifies cause (diffuse vs. nodular)
Thyroid Cysts
Identifies fluid-filled sacs within the thyroid
Thyroiditis
Shows inflammation patterns in autoimmune thyroid disease
Thyroid Cancer
Identifies suspicious features requiring biopsy
When is Thyroid Ultrasound Needed?
- ✓Palpable thyroid nodule or lump in neck
- ✓Abnormal thyroid function tests
- ✓Family history of thyroid cancer
- ✓Previous radiation exposure to neck
- ✓Monitoring known thyroid nodules
- ✓Guiding fine needle aspiration biopsy
- ✓Post-thyroid cancer surgery monitoring
The Ultrasound Procedure
Preparation
No special preparation needed. Wear comfortable clothing with open neckline.
Positioning
Lie on your back with neck slightly extended using a pillow.
Gel Application
Clear gel applied to neck for better sound wave transmission.
Scanning
Transducer moved over neck area. Takes 15-30 minutes. Completely painless.
Results
Dr. Sanjay reviews images and discusses findings with you.
Why Choose Dr. Sanjay for Thyroid Ultrasound?
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Thakur's Oncology Fellowship from Royal Marsden Hospital UK (world's leading cancer hospital) provides specialized expertise in identifying thyroid cancer features on ultrasound and determining which nodules need biopsy.
His unique combination of Diabetes Fellowship (CMC Vellore) and Oncology Fellowship ensures comprehensive thyroid care from diagnosis to treatment.
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