Routine ultrasound-guided aspiration cytology for evaluation of palpable thyroid nodules in an endemic area: is it justified?
The superiority of "routine" USFNAC over PFNAC is mainly due to its better performance in cystic nodules and multinodular goitres. Hence, routine USFNAC can be recommended in areas where such lesions constitute the majority of thyroid nodules.
Insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes involves a delay in the ability of insulin to decrease central aortic pressure. This defect could predispose these patients to develop systolic hypertension.