Renal angiomyolipoma

Case contributed by Ammar Haouimi
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Epigastric pain. Had cholecystectomy 12 years ago.

Patient Data

Age: 60 years
Gender: Female
ct

The CT scan demonstrate:

  • dilated common bile duct (14 mm) with a stone (10 mm) in its distal portion
  • a well-defined exophytic mass of fatty density (-96 HU) measuring 53 x 44 x 42 mm arising from the upper pole of the right kidney and extending to the renal sinus

Case Discussion

Angiomyolipomas are often found incidentally when the kidneys are imaged for other reasons (as in this case), or as part of screening in patients with tuberous sclerosis. 

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