I had an ultrasound scan on my abdomen on 22/02/2013 in the Flora Clinic in Johannesburg. In the report issued after that scan I read in the statement by Dr. Stoltenkamp that and I quote There is a large simple cortical cyst in the upper pole of the right kidney . It measures 5.7 x 5.6 x 4.4 cm. Further benign simple cysts are seen in the upper and mid to lower poles of the left kidney cortex measuring 1.6 x 1.6 cm and 1.6 x 1.3 cm respectively . I have read through a number of articles on the internet in that respect, but my basic question is how serious is this ans what shall I do now.I am 86 of years of age and have a hear condition as well. Please advise if at all possible.
Hello welcome to Chat Doctor Renal cysts is a fluid collection in the kidney. The Majority of renal cysts are benign and can be monitored without any treatment. However, some are malignant and have to be removed by surgery. Simple renal cysts are found frequently in the elderly. The renal cysts have been classified into five categories by Bosniak Category I