Table 2. The distribution of ultrasound studied parameters among the patient and control groups.
Hashimoto thyroiditis (n=40) | Control group (n=46) | |
---|---|---|
Parenchymal nodularity | ||
+ | 31 | 2 |
– | 9 | 44 |
Ondulation of margins | ||
+ | 20 | 1 |
– | 20 | 45 |
Septations | ||
+ | 7 | 1 |
– | 33 | 45 |
Lymph node | ||
+ | 25 | 1 |
– | 15 | 45 |
Increased vascularity | ||
+ | 35 | 6 |
– | 5 | 40 |
Overall decision | ||
+ | 36 | 7 |
– | 4 | 39 |