Integrating artificial intelligence (S-Detect software) and contrast-enhanced ultrasound for enhanced diagnosis of thyroid nodules: A comprehensive evaluation study.

Journal: Journal of clinical ultrasound : JCU
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Abstract

PURPOSE: This study aims to assess the diagnostic efficacy of Korean Thyroid imaging reporting and data system (K-TIRADS), S-Detect software and contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) when employed individually, as well as their combined application, for the evaluation of thyroid nodules, with the objective of identifying the optimal method for diagnosing thyroid nodules.

Authors

  • Lu-Lu Zou
    Department of Ultrasound, Yichang Central People's Hospital (First Clinical Medical College of Three Gorges University), Yichang, Hubei, China.
  • Qi Zhang
    Department of Gastroenterology, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, China.
  • Zhi Yao
    LifeArc, Stevenage, UK.
  • Yong He
    College of Biosystems Engineering and Food Science, Zhejiang Univ., Hangzhou, 310058, China.
  • Jun Zhou
    Department of Clinical Research Center, Dazhou Central Hospital, Dazhou 635000, China.