Obstructive jaundice secondary to benign hepatic cyst.
A case of hepatic cyst causing obstructive jaundice is presented. Following percutaneous aspiration of the cyst, the jaundice was relieved. Modern interventional radiologic techniques can provide prompt diagnosis and treatment, thus avoiding major surgery and prolonged hospitalization.
D000368:Aged; D002779:Cholestasis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D003560:Cysts / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008107:Liver Diseases / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography