FIGURE 1. Algorithm for the Diagnosis and Management of Palpable Thyroid Nodules
FNA = fine needle aspiration; MNG = multinodular goiter; TSH = thyroid stimulating hormone; US = ultrasound.
Reprinted from Gharib H, Papini E, Paschke R, et al. American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Associazione Medici Endocrinologi, and European Thyroid Association medical guidelines for clinical practice for the diagnosis and management of thyroid nodules. Endocr Pract. 2010;16(Suppl 1):1-43; Copyright 2010, with permission from the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists.