Diagnostic Test Accuracy of Ultrasonography vs Computed Tomography with Dr. Alabousi

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We are proud to have Mostafa Alabousi, MD present, "Diagnostic Test Accuracy of Ultrasonography vs Computed Tomography for Papillary Thyroid Cancer Cervical Lymph Node Metastasis." Discussion with Srinivasan Harish, MD.

0:00 Webinar begins

1:54 What is the Most Effective Preoperative Imaging Technique?
Dr. Alabousi discusses how different imaging techniques are currently used to evaluate PTC, and how his systematic review compares ultrasound (US) versus CT for preoperative evaluation.

4:33 Steps for Conducting a Systematic Review
Dr. Alabousi explains the inclusion/exclusion criteria, data extraction methods, and risk of bias assessments used when putting together the systematic review.

13:58 Highlighting Comparisons Between Studies
Dr. Alabousi summarizes the results of the systematic review, comparing findings for cervical, lateral compartment, and central compartment lymph node metastasis.

24:42 When to Use CT Along with Ultrasound?
Based on results from the systematic review and previous studies, Dr. Alabousi recommends specific cases where using CT in addition to ultrasound would be beneficial.

29:55 Discussion with Q&A

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