Contrast-enhanced ultrasound and shear wave elastography in the diagnosis of ACR TI-RADS 4 and 5 category thyroid nodules coexisting with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis

Abstract

In conclusion, CEUS and SWE were useful for the differentiation of benign and malignant ACR TI-RADS 4 and 5 category thyroid nodules coexisting with HT. The combination of CEUS and SWE could improve the sensitivity and accuracy compared with using CEUS or SWE alone. It could be a non-invasive, reliable, and useful method to differentiate benign from malignant ACR TI-RADS 4 and 5 category thyroid nodules coexisting with HT.