Publications by authors named "W Sacks"
Article Synopsis
- A 46-year-old male with a benign thyroid nodule underwent radiofrequency ablation (RFA) but developed complications, including dyspnea and skin blistering in the neck area post-procedure.
- After experiencing further issues, an MRI revealed that the nodule had extended and caused tracheal deviation.
- The case marks the first report of a thyroid nodule rupture following RFA, leading to the formation of a thyro-cutaneous fistula that necessitated surgical intervention.
Objective: To characterize malpractice trends related to active surveillance (AS) as a treatment strategy across cancers.
Background: Active surveillance is increasingly considered a viable management strategy for low-risk cancers. Since a subset of AS cases will progress, metastasize, or exhibit cancer-related mortality, a significant barrier to implementation is the perceived risk of litigation from missing the window for cure.