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How common and often are renal cysts found on imaging?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Common. Increase with are. Depends on type of cyst. About 1 in 3 will have them if less than 70. Try googling this to learn more. It is amazing what one can learn by doing that. If you need help ask your kids.

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It is around 10 % and increases with age

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