Retroperitoneal cystic masses: magnetic resonance imaging features.

Abdom Radiol (NY)

Division of Abdominal Imaging/Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, 330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA, 02215, USA.

Published: February 2020

AI Article Synopsis

  • The review focuses on the clinical and histopathologic features, as well as MRI characteristics of retroperitoneal cystic masses.
  • It emphasizes the importance of radiologists being knowledgeable about these MR imaging characteristics to improve diagnosis and treatment plans.
  • The goal is to help avoid unnecessary invasive procedures by refining the differential diagnosis related to these masses.

Article Abstract

The objective of this review is to discuss the clinical and histopathologic features, MRI characteristics, and management options of retroperitoneal cystic masses. Radiologists should be familiar with the MR imaging characteristics of retroperitoneal cystic masses to allow for a refined differential diagnosis, assist with lesion management, and prevent unnecessary invasive procedures.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00261-019-02246-2DOI Listing

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