MCQ Radiology Answer 10

The Correct Answer is C

Explanation: Angiomyolipomas are benign hamratomas. Sporadic type is usually seen between 50 and 80 years, has a female preponderance and comprises 80% of Angiomyolipomas.Angiomyolipomas are commonly seen in tuberous sclerosis (wide range, 20-80%) and also has a female prediliction. Angiomyolipomas are associated with neurofibromatosis and VHL syndrome. Retroperitoneal haemorrhage is the most common and life threatening complication. The larger the tumour, the greater is the risk of haemorhage; hence Angiomyolipomas larger than 4 cm are usually treated and the rest are followed. Embolization is increasing used to treat hypervascular Angiomyolipomas.

References:

1. Rimon U et al. Larger renal angiomyolipomas: DSA grading and presentation with bleeding. Clin Rad (2006) 61, 520-526
2. Dahnert W. Radiology review manual 5th edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

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