Abstract
With modern cross-sectional imaging techniques, cystic lesions are very common and
usually incidental findings, especially if small. However, when cysts enlarge, become
infected, bleed, or undergo torsion, they can be symptomatic, and percutaneous drainage
can be effective in the management. When cysts recur after aspiration, which is often
the case for hepatic and renal cysts, cyst sclerosis or surgical unroofing may be
required. This article describes the indications for and technical aspects of percutaneous
sclerotherapy of cystic lesions of multiple organ systems.
Keywords
interventional radiology - sclerotherapy - cysts - alcohol
