Pericardial Cyst

Brief Discussion

OP & pathologic findings:
- 7
x5x2 cm sized cystic mass
- 2 mm in average thickness
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Composed of unilocular cyst, containing serous clear fluid
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No communication with pericardial cavity

Characteristic location
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right cardiophrenic angle (65%)
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left cardiophrenic angle (25%)
Usually diagnostic of their cystic nature
Low CT number, but possible high CT number
Not always round

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