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Comparative Studies | Pathology | Volume 15 Issue 2, February 2026 | Pages: 1112 - 1116 | India
A Retrospective Comparative Study of Accuracy of USG Guided FNAC with Conventional FNAC for Diagnosis of Thyroid Nodule
Abstract: Nodular thyroid lesions are frequently encountered in clinical practice, particularly among women and individuals above forty years of age. Although most nodules are benign, a small but important proportion carries malignant potential, which makes early and precise diagnosis essential. Conventional fine needle aspiration cytology has long been used as a primary diagnostic tool, yet it is often limited by sampling errors and inadequate smears. This study assessed the diagnostic accuracy of ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration cytology in comparison with the conventional technique at a tertiary care centre over a one-year period. A total of 124 patients with thyroid swelling were evaluated, and histopathological findings were used as the reference standard wherever available. Ultrasound guidance reduced the rate of inadequate samples and improved detection of neoplastic lesions. Sensitivity and overall diagnostic accuracy were higher with the guided method, while false negative results were not observed in this group. The findings support the routine use of ultrasound guidance in evaluating thyroid nodules, particularly in cases with suspicious sonographic features, to assist in appropriate surgical planning and patient management.
Keywords: Thyroid nodules, Ultrasound guided FNAC, Conventional FNAC, Cytology accuracy, Thyroid malignancy
How to Cite?: Dr. Sukhendu Dhibar, Dr. Saumitra Biswas, Dr. Piyali Ghosh, "A Retrospective Comparative Study of Accuracy of USG Guided FNAC with Conventional FNAC for Diagnosis of Thyroid Nodule", Volume 15 Issue 2, February 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1112-1116, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26217204553, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26217204553