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Case Studies | Surgery | India | Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024 | Rating: 3.1 / 10
Incidental Discovery of Adrenal Cyst in an Elderly Male - A Case Report
Dr. V Sharmila | Dr. R Jeyaraman | Dr. Raakesh Madhavan
Abstract: An adrenal cyst is a rare, often incidental finding in medical imaging, characterized by a fluid - filled sac within or adjacent to the adrenal gland. These cysts can be classified into four main types: endothelial cysts, pseudocysts, epithelial cysts, and parasitic cysts, each with distinct histopathological features. Most adrenal cysts are asymptomatic and benign, discovered during evaluations for unrelated conditions. However, larger cysts may cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, hypertension, or hormone imbalances. Diagnostic modalities include ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Management depends on the cyst type, size, and associated symptoms, ranging from observation and periodic imaging to surgical intervention in symptomatic or uncertain cases. This case report describes a case of 69 year old male who was accidentally found to have an adrenal cyst upon doing Ultrasound for the complaints of burning micturition.
Keywords: Adrenal cyst, incidentaloma, adrenaloma
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024,
Pages: 120 - 122