Table 6.

Checklist for informed consent

1. Ablated thyroid nodules decrease gradually in size over several months to years.

2. Number of expected treatment sessions

3. Possibility of regrowth of the treated nodule and the need for additional treatment

4. Possibility of experiencing various degrees of pain during the ablation

5. Complications of RFA

6. Patients should inform the physician about their history of thyroid surgery, the side effects of any drugs they are taking, and whether they are taking drugs such as antiplatelet drugs, anticoagulants, or thyroid hormones.

7. Further observation or admission may be required after RFA, depending on the patient’s condition after ablation.

RFA, radiofrequency ablation.