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Correct Answer: Multilocular
Description: Bronchigenic cyst Bronchogenic cysts originate as sequestrations from the ventral foregut, the antecedent of the tracheobronchial tree Cyst wall is composed pathognomic inner layer of ciliated respiratory epithelium MC location : Middle mediastinum (65-90%) Bronchogenic cyst Mediastinal - Sub-carinal, right paratracheal and hilar locations are most common. Does not communicate with the tracheobronchial tree Parenchymal(intrapulmonary) - Typically perihilar with predilection for lower loves. Communicate with the tracheobronchial tree Clinical features Two - thirds are asymptomatic May produce symptoms that depend on their anatomic location Paratracheal region : Airway compression and respiratory distress Lung parenchyma : Become infected, present with fever and cough Ref: Bailey and love 27th edition Pgno :938
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