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US evaluation of the thyroid nodules before and after treatment (n = 52).
| Variables | Mean ± SD |
|---|---|
| Initial volume (cm3)* | 13.2 ± 12.5 |
| Final volume (cm3) | 7.1 ± 9.9 |
| Volume reduction (cm3) | 6.2 ± 8.2 |
| Volume reduction (%) | 44.5 ± 47.4 |
| Number of US evaluations | 5.0 ± 2.7 |
*p < 0.01 vs. final volume.
