Abstract
The ultrasonic findings in neuroblastoma of the adrenal gland are usually of a complex or echo producing mass. Cystic neuroblastoma of the adrenal gland is a rare entity. The ultrasonic findings in one such case are presented. The appearances were unusual in that the mass appeared totally transonic. A brief review of the literature concerning neuroblastoma is made and the differential diagnosis of similar ultrasonic masses is considered.
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Hendry, G.M.A. Cystic neuroblastoma of the adrenal gland —A potential source of error in ultrasonic diagnosis. Pediatr Radiol 12, 204–206 (1982). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00999312
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