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Case Reports
. 2024 Oct 4;20(1):47-50.
doi: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.09.087. eCollection 2025 Jan.

Imaging of primitive pleural hydatidosis in children: A case report

Salma Marrakchi  1 , Ouiam Taibi  1 , Sara Ez-Zaky  1 , Moustaine El Mamoune  2 , Bouanane Rania  1 , Nazik Allali  1 , Latifa Chat  1 , Siham El Haddad  1
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Case Reports

Imaging of primitive pleural hydatidosis in children: A case report

Salma Marrakchi et al. Radiol Case Rep. .

Abstract

Hydatidosis, caused by the larval form of the parasite Echinococcus granulosus, is a rare condition, especially in pediatric patients, with pleural involvement being exceedingly uncommon. We report a case of primary pleural hydatidosis in a 9-year-old child, emphasizing the importance of various imaging techniques in establishing an accurate diagnosis.

Keywords: Child; Hydatidosis; Pleural; Primary.

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Figures

Fig 1
Fig. 1
Frontal chest X-ray demonstrating multiple homogeneous rounded opacities in the left hemithorax (arrows).
Fig 2:
Fig. 2
Thoracic CT scan in axial view with mediastinal window before (A) and after (B) contrast injection, coronal view with mediastinal window postcontrast (C), and axial view with parenchymal window. The images reveal multiple cystic formations in the left pleura, characterized by oval and round shapes, thin walls, and lack of enhancement postcontrast. Note the subtle passive atelectasis caused by the largest cysts on the adjacent lung parenchyma (arrowheads).
Fig 3:
Fig. 3
Parasitological analysis of the cyst fluid demonstrating viable scolices: evaginated scolex (arrowhead) and invaginated scolex (asterisk).
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