Thyroid Radio frequency ablation (RFA) of by Sean Nikravan MD

[@FarrellsMemories]

Dr Nikraven performed an RFA on my thyroid in Aug, 2020. After 4 weeks, the nodule that was affecting my swallowing and voice was reduced over 33% with maximum results seen in about 3 months. My voice is now normal as I don't feel the "lump" in swallowing. It kept me from having surgery!! Miraculous!!

[@Pezhman101]

So happy to be a part of this medical treatment plan with you.

[@blu8785]

What was the total reduction percentage? How big was your nodule before the procedure?

[@Pezhman101]

@@blu8785 The nodule was 2.71 cm and decreased to 1.85 cm. That is over 30% reduction in four weeks

[@blu8785]

@@Pezhman101 Hello again. I just had a sonogram done and my nodule is on the left side and is 8 cm; that seems bigger than what it is, but that's what I was told. Would you recommended pursuing RFA or surgery?

[@bryantorres5497]

what was the cost of thyroid radio frequency ablation?

[@nowadaysfunnymovies4359]

Hello my dear favourite professor I'm an Egyptian surgeon,and i hope i can meet you ❤

[@edbn24]

good to see the medicine specialties getting more cool procedures so that surgery can't hog them all

[@skelecaster]

Does Medicare cover RFA ?

[@Pezhman101]

They are starting to cover it

[@KECHIAG]

Have you ever had experience with a patient’s nodule that was treated by RFA, become extremely hard months after the treatment?

[@mamamia8259]

I have seen your comment in most of the video, I am actually welling to do this procedure. Can you tell how do you feel now?

[@KECHIAG]

@@mamamia8259 Hello, I feel great!! My nodule has shrunken down half the size, but it’s still hard to the touch. Not sure what’s up with that. I have to schedule a follow up visit. I’ll let you know how it goes. I’m thinking maybe the doctor over did it, I’m not sure, but when I asked him about it, he told me it was normal. But everyone that I asked, that has gotten the procedure, said they didn’t experience hardness. So I don’t know, but I would still recommend RFA over getting your thyroid removed and being on a pill for the rest of your LIFE!!! I am not on any medication!!

[@daniis.444]

@@KECHIAG hi! I’m considering RFA. I have a 5cm nodule that’s benign. Any updates since your RFA?! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@KECHIAG]

@@daniis.444 Hey there. It’s still shrinking! I haven’t been back for a revisit yet. My schedule has been hectic. But still no issues or side effects. Thanks for checking in!

[@lucycay.k3123]

Hi is this treatment available in india ?

[@blu8785]

So, RFA is possible on a nodule bigger than 4cm?

[@Pezhman101]

Yes absolutely

[@Pezhman101]

We actually did a nodule that measure 10 cm Two weeks ago which was benign.

[@blu8785]

@@Pezhman101 Were you able to ablate the whole nodule or will the patient need another session? What is the expected result with a nodule so big?

[@Pezhman101]

Carpe Omnia The majority of the nodule was ablated. Since it was very larger and very close the major nerves and vessels along the the Trachea, A 5 mm margin was left alone To prevent any injury and preserve the thyroid capsule. This technique is very safe and significantly lessens the risk of any complications. This technique allows the retraction of the thyroid nodule off the important surrounding structures if compressing against them. I would be happy to take a look at your case if you can forward me your images. Please communicate with me via email at [e-mail] or you may call the office for a virtual consultation. You may also visit Our website which has abundant information about the thyroid RFA: seannikravanmd.com/thyroid-radiofrequency-ablation-rfa/

[@mamamia8259]

@@Pezhman101 how can I send my medical reports to check if i am a good candidate for the RFA? Thanks

[@pookiroo]

It's sad that it was a little 2 late for some.

[@Pezhman101]

Yes, it takes time for these procedures to become FD approved even though we have received FD approval in late 2018 now in 2024 still doctors are referring patients for surgery while this great procedure exist

[@lupeavila4595]

Will this help for goiter?

[@ksworld1232]

Ihave multi nodullar goiter I want RFA

[@hazec7235]

Same

[@Pezhman101]

Yes

[@وردةالجوري-ث6ص]

Hello doctor, can this size of thyroid gland Candidate for RFA ..this is us finding ..(enlarged both the thyroid gland lobes and isthmus.with multiple well defined nodules variable in size showing variable echogenecity but predominantly hypo.isoechoic to the gland appear hypovascular to the thyroid gland on doppler exam Largest nodule in RTlobe 37×26mm. Largest nodule in left lobe 44×40mm some of these nodules showing multiple cystic areas but no flecks of macro calcification ...associated with LTsided retro sternal extention .picture suggest multinodular goiter...

[@Pezhman101]

Thyroid RFA can be very beneficial and helpful if you have solid confined nodules even if they are cystic with some solid component. Is best that we review your images to make a better determination. Feel free to reach out to my office to set up a consultation so I can review your images and give you a precise answer. [e-mail] 949-650-0616

[@وردةالجوري-ث6ص]

I send the images on this email .. if there is any other program to send it ,?

[@وردةالجوري-ث6ص]

@@Pezhman101 I send the image on this email and I hope to help me because Iam from iraq and I can not come to your office.