Hydatid cyst embolization to the pulmonary arteries is rare especially in the Western regions of the world. However, it can be mistaken for pulmonary embolism based on the similar clinical manifestations of cough, hemoptysis, and acute onset of chest pain. We report a case of a 32-year-old man presenting with these symptoms who was initially suspected of having pulmonary embolism. Subsequent imaging with CT and MR revealed hepatic hydatid cyst embolization to the pulmonary arteries. The significance of this case lies in the recognition of the unique radiologic features of pulmonary hydatid cyst embolization on CT and MR imaging to differentiate this entity from bland pulmonary thromboembolic disease.

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BackgroundGastrointestinal endoscopies are safe and follow guidelines that emphasize patient care.Although adverse outcomes are rare, high-risk patients may be predisposed to certain events.Case presentationWe report a unique case of a Caucasian woman with takotsubo cardiomyopathy following an upper and lower endoscopy.ConclusionsOur report suggests the importance of understanding possible endoscopic complications in patients who may experience stress cardiomyopathy.