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Abstract
The rapid evolution of ultrasound (US) technology has dramatically changed the medical field. Ideally suited for evaluation of anatomic disorders of the thyroid, coupled with its ease of use at the bedside, US has become an essential tool for endocrinologists over the last 50 years. This noninvasive technology provides a sensitive and specific instrument for malignancy risk prediction of thyroid nodules, surveillance for recurrent thyroid cancer, and diagnosis of autoimmune thyroid disorders. While US has proven invaluable for such diagnostic purposes, its extensive use also has resulted in important negative consequences. This review will discuss the evolution of US equipment for the evaluation of thyroid disorders, its use in interventional procedures, and the unintended outcomes from the widespread adoption of this technology. Finally, this article will explore the potential future applications for US technology and its related advancements.
超声（US）技术的飞速发展极大地改变了医学领域。US 非常适合评估甲状腺解剖疾病，而且在床边使用方便，在过去的 50 年里已成为内分泌科医生的必备工具。这种无创技术为甲状腺结节的恶性风险预测、复发性甲状腺癌的监测以及自身免疫性甲状腺疾病的诊断提供了灵敏而特异的工具。尽管 US 已被证明对这些诊断目的具有重要价值，但它的广泛应用也带来了重要的负面影响。本综述将讨论用于评估甲状腺疾病的 US 设备的演变、其在介入手术中的应用以及广泛采用该技术所带来的意外后果。最后，本文将探讨 US 技术未来的潜在应用及其相关进展。
期刊介绍：
Endocrine Practice (ISSN: 1530-891X), a peer-reviewed journal published twelve times a year, is the official journal of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE). The primary mission of Endocrine Practice is to enhance the health care of patients with endocrine diseases through continuing education of practicing endocrinologists.
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