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Had transvaginial ultrasound for suspected cyst. result says a 1.9x2cm anechoic structure is seen thought to be cyst. what does this mean exactly?

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Dr. Richard Amerling answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Without echoes: Anechoic means without echoes. In other words, it is fluid-filled as opposed to solid. This fits sonographic criteria for a cyst. Simple cysts are typically benign. Is this ovarian?

Answered 3/29/2016

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A member asked:

Had transvaginial ultrasound for suspected cyst. result says a 1.9x2cm anechoic structure is seen thought to be cyst. what does this mean exactly?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Amerling answered

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