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What Is The Treatment For Cortical Cysts In Kidney?

Hi, I am 45 yrs old male, have a medical history of Ca of Urinary bladder, operated in 2006 and implanted neobladder (prostrate removed). In a recent routine CT scan of whole abdomen, report states :
The report states as under :

" Both kidneys are normal in size and show good symmetrical cortical enhancement . Right kidney shows lobulated outline with few simple cortical cysts. "

considering my medical history, pls advise me hat is this? is there any need to worry? what could be the treatment?

best regards

Pradeep Sharma
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You shouldn't worry at all.
Cortical cyst is a very common type of kidney cyst. As it is located at the renal cortex,it is called as cortical cyst. It is a fluid-filled sac growing in the outer area of the kidneys.
Exact cause is not known.It might be caused by infections,injuries or genetic issues.

Usually very small cysts don't cause any problem.
If the cyst grows larger,patient might have pain or pressure in back or sides.

You need dietary and lifestyle Changes.Take less sodium in your diet and avoid spicy,fried food.

You need follow up scan and proper treatment depend upon size,symptoms etc.

Hope I have answered your question.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
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What Is The Treatment For Cortical Cysts In Kidney?

Hello Thanks for writing to HCM You shouldn t worry at all. Cortical cyst is a very common type of kidney cyst. As it is located at the renal cortex,it is called as cortical cyst. It is a fluid-filled sac growing in the outer area of the kidneys. Exact cause is not known.It might be caused by infections,injuries or genetic issues. Usually very small cysts don t cause any problem. If the cyst grows larger,patient might have pain or pressure in back or sides. You need dietary and lifestyle Changes.Take less sodium in your diet and avoid spicy,fried food. You need follow up scan and proper treatment depend upon size,symptoms etc. Hope I have answered your question. Take Care Dr.Indu Bhushan