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Symptom

Discovered cyst in POSTmenopausal patient

ConsiderationsRichard Wasley, MD

simple, nonseptate cysts <1cm probably require no followup. Cysts between 1 and 7 cm generally require annual followup. CA 125 may have value if <65 U/mL

Cysts >7cm may require MRI for further evaluation and gyn surgical consultation.

§Suggested imagingIn listed order

  1. 01MRI pelvisCPT 72197
  2. 02US female pelvisSeveral CPT codes