A 45-year-old woman undergoes an ultrasound because of vague right upper quadrant pain and epigastric fullness. A 7 cm cystic lesion is detected. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the patient’s diagnosis and management?
A. Simple aspiration is indicated for treatment and diagnosis
B. Bile stained fluid suggests underlying biliary pathology
C. The cyst is likely lined by cuboidal epithelium
D. Laparoscopic unroofing of the cyst can provide satisfactory treatment
Answer:C
A 45-year-old woman undergoes an ultrasound because of vague right upper quadrant pain and epigastric fullness. A 7 cm cystic lesion is detected. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the patient’s diagnosis and management?
A. Simple aspiration is indicated for treatment and diagnosis B. Bile stained fluid suggests underlying biliary pathology C. The cyst is likely lined by cuboidal epithelium D. Laparoscopic unroofing of the cyst can provide satisfactory treatment