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- The study aimed to investigate the appearance and characteristics of Bartholin cysts in asymptomatic women using multidetector computed tomography (MDCT).
- Out of 3,280 MDCT scans reviewed, 17 cases of asymptomatic Bartholin cysts were identified, with an average maximum size of 21.8 mm and a higher prevalence in women over 50 years old.
- The findings suggest that high-attenuation Bartholin cysts are more common than previously believed and generally display little change in size or appearance over time.
Article Abstract
Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the frequency, morphology, and attenuation characteristics of Bartholin cysts on multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) in asymptomatic women.
Methods: A total of 3280 consecutive MDCT examinations were assessed for Bartholin cysts. The diagnosis was based on shape, contrast enhancement, and anatomical location. Age, laterality, size, and attenuation patterns were recorded. Scans from patients with paravaginal-related symptoms were excluded, and any available follow-up MDCT scans or magnetic resonance images were evaluated.
Results: Asymptomatic Bartholin cysts were seen in 17 patients (0.52%) (mean age, 56 years). The mean maximum cyst diameter was 21.8 mm. High-attenuation cysts comprised 47% of cases, all in older (≥50 years) patients. Follow-up MDCT scans showed minimal changes over time.
Conclusions: High-attenuation Bartholin cysts are more common than previously thought and are usually seen in older women. The size and attenuation of Bartholin cysts show only minimal changes over time.
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