Clinical evidence
Sum of points across 5 categories. TR1 (0), TR2 (≤2), TR3 (3), TR4 (4-6), TR5 (≥7).
- TR5 nodule ≥1 cm has >20% malignancy risk
- TI-RADS reduces unnecessary biopsies by ~30%
- Spongiform appearance is highly specific for benignity
- Tessler FN et al. J Am Coll Radiol 2017;14:587-95
- Haugen BR et al. Thyroid 2016;26:1-133 (ATA guidelines)
Tessler FN et al. J Am Coll Radiol 2017;14:587-95 — ACR TI-RADS White Paper