No large incisions are required; direct visualization of the cyst and/or kidney is provided, and tissue is obtained for more detailed evaluation by the pathologist. In addition, an ultrasound probe ...

hereditary leiomyomatosis manifesting as a cystic renal lesion, cystic nephroma, clear cell papillary RCC, and other cystic lesions of the kidney. These cystic tumors are extremely difficult to ...

Identify simple renal cysts and be able to differentiate from complex renal ... Evaluate for joint effusion and assess for safety of bedside arthrocentesis or joint injection. Use ultrasound guidance ...

A simple cyst classically appears as a mass that has well-defined borders. On ultrasound, it is generally anechoic and shows significant posterior acoustic enhancement (Fig. 1). As opposed to most ...