Mediastinal Bronchogenic Cysts: Demonstration of Fluid-Fluid Level in Bronchoscopic US Imaging

J Bronchology Interv Pulmonol. 2017 Apr;24(2):153-155. doi: 10.1097/LBR.0000000000000233.

Abstract

We report the findings for 2 patients with a fluid-fluid level seen on endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) images of bronchogenic cysts. The EBUS images demonstrated a well-circumscribed cyst with a fluid-fluid level showing an anechoic upper part and a relatively hyperechoic lower part. A fluid-fluid level on EBUS imaging of a bronchogenic cyst, which can help confirm the cystic nature of the lesion, has not been previously reported. EBUS-based confirmation of these cysts using fluid-fluid levels may help avoid unnecessary aspiration of the lesions.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Bronchogenic Cyst / diagnostic imaging*
  • Bronchogenic Cyst / surgery*
  • Female
  • Frail Elderly
  • Humans
  • Mediastinal Cyst / diagnostic imaging*
  • Mediastinal Cyst / surgery*
  • Thoracic Surgery, Video-Assisted
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Ultrasonography