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. 2024 May 17;24(1):160.
doi: 10.1186/s12893-024-02443-x.

Exploring rare locations of hydatid disease: a retrospective case series

Cherif Mona  1 , Mesbahi Meryam  2 , Khedhiri Nizar  1 , Benzarti Yazid  1 , Amal Amara  1 , Zaafouri Haithem  1 , Hadded Dhafer  1 , Ben Maamer Anis  1
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Exploring rare locations of hydatid disease: a retrospective case series

Cherif Mona et al. BMC Surg. .

Abstract

Introduction: Hydatid disease, endemic in Mediterranean countries, primarily affects the liver, but can manifest in diverse organs. Non-hepatic and non-pulmonary cysts often pose diagnostic challenges. This study examines patients with hydatid cysts in atypical locations.

Methods and results: From 2013 to 2020, our center treated 250 echinococcosis patients, among whom 11 cases (4.4%) with hydatid disease in uncommon sites were retrospectively reviewed. The distribution of unusual cyst locations and their clinical implications are discussed.

Conclusion: Diagnosing hydatid cysts in uncommon locations is a formidable challenge. Surgeons should always contemplate the prospect of an unconventional cyst location when encountering patients with cystic masses in endemic regions. Failing to consider this possibility could lead to unfavorable outcomes.

Keywords: Hydatid disease; Parasitic infection; Surgery.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no competing interests.

Figures

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CT scan findings revealed gluteal hydatid cyst with involvement of the iliac bone, the coxo-femoral joint
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A pelvic MRI has demonstrated a voluminous pelvic cyst retro uterine, seat of serpiginous structures which not enhanced by gadolinium
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Per-operatively findings: a large firm hydatid cyst protruding from inguinal canal
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The surgical exploration revealed the presence of a hydatid cyst occupying the upper pole of the spleen
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