Thyroid Cancer Disappears WITHOUT SURGERY: Dr. Emad Kandil from Tulane University

Dr. Emad Kandil, one of the leading thyroid surgeons in the U.S. and a pioneer in non-surgical thyroid cancer treatment, is featured in this video discussing the benefits of thyroid ablation as an alternative to surgery. #thyroidnodule #thyroidcancer #thyroidsurgery 

Based at Tulane University, Dr. Kandil has successfully treated numerous patients using this minimally invasive procedure, which allows for the targeted destruction of cancerous thyroid nodules without removing the thyroid gland.

00:01 - 08:03 The patient story told by Vanessa: "you have thyroid cancer" 08:04 - 12:38 Dr. Kandil discusses treating thyroid cancer without surgery

In this case, Dr. Kandil treated Vanessa, who was initially diagnosed with a 1.5 cm thyroid nodule and advised by her first doctor to undergo a total thyroidectomy. Concerned about the lifelong consequences of surgery, including the need for thyroid hormone replacement, Vanessa sought out Dr. Kandil, who recommended thyroid ablation.

🛑 Three months after the procedure, her follow-up ultrasound revealed no detectable cancer, highlighting the effectiveness of ablation.

The video thoroughly discusses the thyroid ablation process, including Dr. Kandil’s patient-centered approach, the technical aspects of the procedure, and the post-ablation outcomes. Thyroid ablation is a promising option for patients with small, early-stage thyroid cancers who wish to avoid surgery and its associated complications. Dr. Kandil shares insights into why ablation may be a preferred treatment for preserving the thyroid while achieving cancer-free results.

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