These include: Imaging tests, such as ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and computed tomography (CT) scans Blood tests to measure how well your kidneys work If your cyst doesn’t ...

Ovarian cysts are usually harmless but treatments may be needed to manage symptoms. They will vary based on whether lifestyle changes and natural remedies can help, or whether medication or a ...

A mucous cyst develops when the mouth’s salivary glands become plugged with mucus. While they’re usually temporary and painless, they can become permanent if not treated. What are mucous cysts?

Cysts and tumors are both types of lumps commonly found in the body. While some cysts can lead to cancer, these are typically benign. Tumors, however, can be either benign or malignant. Other ...

Liver cyst symptoms are often absent in the early stages but can lead to pain, vomiting, and shortness of breath as these fluid-filled sacs increase in size. Also known as hepatic cysts, they can ...

Demographic data, clinical characteristics, perioperative metrics, and short-term outcomes were compared. Conclusion: The findings suggest that the lateral intercostal approach is preferable for ...

Although thymic tumors (thymomas and thymic carcinomas) are the most common tumors in the anterior mediastinum (the front part of the space between the lungs), overall they are rare. They occur at a ...

Comparison of laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation with percutaneous radiofrequency ablation in the treatment of chronic hepatitis B-related hepatocellular carcinoma involving specific sites: A ...

No specific inherited, environmental, or lifestyle risk factors have been strongly linked to thymoma or thymic carcinoma. Some studies have suggested a possible link with exposure to radiation to the ...

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