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Citation:
Weerakkody Y, Bell D, Luong D, Intramural pseudocyst. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 06 Dec 2023) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-95623
Intramural pseudocysts are a rare form of pancreatic pseudocysts that occur within the wall of the upper gastrointestinal tract. They may result in gastric outlet obstruction.
Pathology
Size
They can considerably vary in size with one study reporting a range of 8 mm to 8 cm 1.
Location
Reported locations include:
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