What Does "anechoeic Cystic Mass Measuring 1.97*2.36 Cms On Cortex.." Mean?

Posted on Mon, 31 Mar 2014

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Question : I am having anechoeic cystic mass measuring 1.97*2.36 cms on the cortex of left kidney.There is no calcification. What is this. Is there any cause of concern.

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (25 hours later)

Brief Answer: please upload the report Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX I am a medical doctor, an associate in Department of Nephrology, working with an experienced Nephrologist. I answer on his behalf. The finding could be benign and mean nothing serious. Could you please upload the report here on the right side of this query page, so that I am in a better position to suggest you? There is a feature for the same, please utilize it. Alternatively, you can mail me the report at YYYY@YYYY with subject line as "Attention to Dr. Shanthi". An anechoeic cystic mass could mean many things. Was a biopsy done as well from the cyst? What was the primary reason to do this test? Please write in detail about your symptoms, if any, and upload the report. Awaiting your response. Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (19 hours later)

The ultrasound was done to check up the prostrate problem. My urologist says cist is a common feature among all males above 50 years. The ultrasound report is enclosed.

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (38 minutes later)

Brief Answer: yes, it is benign Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for uploading the report, I have gone through it. You seem to be having left renal cortical cyst that is mostly benign. I agree with your urologist that cysts are a common feature in men above 50yrs. Since, this is not causing you any symptoms, you can safely ignore it. It is not a cause of concern. Wish you good health.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (7 hours later)

PL. ALSO PRESCRIBE MEDICINE FOR PROSTRATE PROBLEM.

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (14 hours later)

Brief Answer: you do not have prostate problem Detailed Answer: Hello, You do not have a prostate problem. The dimensions and the size of your prostate is normal. It requires no treatment or medications. You may want to discuss about the same with your urologist. I am sure he would say the same. Hope it is clear to you. Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar