Incidental Discovery of Adrenal Cyst in an Elderly Male - A Case Report

Dr. V Sharmila, Dr. R Jeyaraman, Dr. Raakesh Madhavan

Abstract: An adrenal cyst is a rare, often incidental finding in medical imaging, characterized by a fluid - filled sac within or adjacent to the adrenal gland. These cysts can be classified into four main types: endothelial cysts, pseudocysts, epithelial cysts, and parasitic cysts, each with distinct histopathological features. Most adrenal cysts are asymptomatic and benign, discovered during evaluations for unrelated conditions. However, larger cysts may cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, hypertension, or hormone imbalances. Diagnostic modalities include ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Management depends on the cyst type, size, and associated symptoms, ranging from observation and periodic imaging to surgical intervention in symptomatic or uncertain cases. This case report describes a case of 69 year old male who was accidentally found to have an adrenal cyst upon doing Ultrasound for the complaints of burning micturition.

Keywords: Adrenal cyst, incidentaloma, adrenaloma

How to Cite?: Dr. V Sharmila, Dr. R Jeyaraman, Dr. Raakesh Madhavan, "Incidental Discovery of Adrenal Cyst in an Elderly Male - A Case Report", Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 120-122, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR24731095726, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR24731095726