Kidney CT Appearances
Bosniak 1 Cyst CT Findings
- Thin, non-enhancing wall
- No calcifications, septa, or enhancing nodularity
- No need for follow-up imaging
Other Information About Bosniak Cysts
Etiology:
- Usually occur after age 40
Epidemiology:
- Usually occur after age 40
- Males are more likely to have malignant cysts
Presentation:
- Usually asymptomatic
Prognosis:
- Usually does not require treatment as most are Bosniak 1
- Symptomatic cysts may need to be removed
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