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The ultrasound image above shows a simple renal cyst. Simple cysts are anechoic (black) and have thin, sharply marginated walls. In addition they have no internal echoes and produce posterior enhancement. Simple cysts rarely develop into cancer. Double click on the (X) to review the video (6 seconds). Complicated cysts are often thick walled and contain multiple septae or internal debris. They may be associated with carcinoma. Comments? Home Renal Links Next Case |
Keywords: Renal cyst, ultrasound video. |