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February 26, 2026Open Access

Additive predictive value of preoperative thyroid ultrasound parameters for postoperative hypothyroidism after hemithyroidectomy: a single-center retrospective study

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To assess the predictive value of preoperative thyroid ultrasound parameters for postoperative hypothyroidism following hemithyroidectomy.
Conducted a retrospective analysis at a single center.
Evaluated preoperative ultrasound parameters for association with postoperative hypothyroidism.
Included patients who underwent hemithyroidectomy.
Identified specific ultrasound parameters associated with increased risk of hypothyroidism.
Demonstrated that certain predictors can aid preoperative assessments.

Abstract

Ultrasonography (renamed from the Journal of Korean Society of Ultrasound in Medicine in January 2014), the official English-language journal of the Korean Society of Ultrasound in Medicine (KSUM), is an international peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to practice, research, technology, and education dealing with medical ultrasound, Aims and Scope:Ultrasonography (renamed from the Journal of Korean Society of Ultrasound in Medicine in January 2014), the official English-language journal of the Korean Society of Ultrasound in Medicine (KSUM), is an international peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to practice, research, technology, and education dealing with medical ultrasound.It is published four times per year: January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1. Original articles, topical reviews, pictorial essays, and notable case reports are published in Ultrasonography covering state-of-the-art content. Ultrasonography also serves as a medium for cooperation among physicians and specialists from around the world who are focusing on various ultrasound technology and disease problems.

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