A 41-year-old female asked:
i had a large pericardial cyst removed in may 2009 via vats procedure. my question is, can these cysts come back after a resection?
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Dr. George Mathew answered
57 years experience Cardiology
Possible: May need periodical follow up.
Answered on Oct 5, 2012
Dr. David Cooke answered
21 years experience Thoracic Surgery
It can: But if the entire cyst was removed, then unlikely.
Answered on Mar 17, 2013
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Depends on: the cyst size, symptoms and possible infection within the cyst/possible abscess formation.
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