80052128 - Johns Hopkins University Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) of Benign Thyroid Nodules


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Add to Calendar Johns Hopkins University Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) of Benign Thyroid Nodules 7/17/2020 8:00:00 AM 7/17/2020 12:00:00 PM America/New_York For More Details: https://hopkinscme.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?EID=25540 Description: Many advances have been made in diagnostic modalities and treatment options for thyroid and parathyroid disease. Management concepts in these tumors are in constant flux medically and surgically. There is a large amount of information published, including guidelines, on these topics which can make it difficult for the practicing physician to stay current with new developments. This course will pro... Online false MM/DD/YYYY


Date & Location
Friday, July 17, 2020, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Online

Target Audience
Specialties - Endocrinology, General Surgery, Otolaryngology, Radiology

Overview
Many advances have been made in diagnostic modalities and treatment options for thyroid and parathyroid disease. Management concepts in these tumors are in constant flux medically and surgically. There is a large amount of information published, including guidelines, on these topics which can make it difficult for the practicing physician to stay current with new developments. This course will provide up-to-date information regarding the application of radiofrequency ablation technology in the management of benign thyroid nodules.

Objectives
  1. Summarize the risks and potential benefits of RFA for thyroid nodules
  2. Describe the method by which RFA functions
  3. Identify the appropriate settings and methods for safe RFA application
  4. Discuss the indications and contraindications of RFA for benign thyroid nodules.

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