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Pericardial cyst

Case contributed by Behrang Amini
Diagnosis probable

Patient Data

Age: Adult
Gender: Female

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

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Well-defined cystic structure measuring approximately 3.5 cm in diameter located in the right cardiophrenic angle, abutting the right heart border. This is most likely a pericardial cyst.

In addition, there is a right-sided pleural effusion.

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