It′s easy to miss complicated hydatid cyst of lung

Biswas, Debabrata; Dey, Atin; Biswas, Saurabh; Chakraborty, Mukul

doi:10.4103/0970-2113.68328

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“…Pulmonary actinomycosis, which can mimic a bronchogenic carcinoma [ 30 ], may present as a persistent pulmonary mass or consolidation with cavitations [ 41 ]. Atypical causes of cavities that are not frequently seen outside endemic areas include paragonimiasis and echinococcosis and should be considered depending on the clinical setting [ 3 , 42 , 43 ]. Unlike in purely cystic lung disease, pathogenic causes of cavitary lesions are not easily predicted by radiographic algorithms and require supplementary microbiological and pathological evaluations [ 44 ].…”

Section: Cystic Lung Diseasementioning

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“…Hydatid cysts primarily involve the liver. In the case of pulmonary involvement, a simple hydatid cyst is most common in the right lower lobe [ 42 ], though it may arise anywhere including the upper lobes. Cysts in the lung are commonly multiple with wall thickness from 0.2 to 1 cm.…”

Section: Cystic Lung Diseasementioning

confidence: 99%

“…Cysts in the lung are commonly multiple with wall thickness from 0.2 to 1 cm. CT and radiography are the diagnostic methods of choice, considering high false positive results with serodiagnosis [ 42 ]. Bronchiolar erosion into the pericyst may introduce air between the pericyst and the laminated membrane.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Pathologic and Radiologic Correlation of Adult Cystic Lung Disease: A Comprehensive Review

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Parimi

Taddonio

et al. 2017

Pathology Research International

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The presence of pulmonary parenchymal cysts on computed tomography (CT) imaging presents a significant diagnostic challenge. The diverse range of possible etiologies can usually be differentiated based on the clinical setting and radiologic features. In fact, the advent of high-resolution CT has facilitated making a diagnosis solely on analysis of CT image patterns, thus averting the need for a biopsy. While it is possible to make a fairly specific diagnosis during early stages of disease evolution by its characteristic radiological presentation, distinct features may progress to temporally converge into relatively nonspecific radiologic presentations sometimes necessitating histological examination to make a diagnosis. The aim of this review study is to provide both the pathologist and the radiologist with an overview of the diseases most commonly associated with cystic lung lesions primarily in adults by illustration and description of pathologic and radiologic features of each entity. Brief descriptions and characteristic radiologic features of the various disease entities are included and illustrative examples are provided for the common majority of them. In this article, we also classify pulmonary cystic disease with an emphasis on the pathophysiology behind cyst formation in an attempt to elucidate the characteristics of similar cystic appearances seen in various disease entities.

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Section: Cystic Lung Diseasementioning

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Section: Cystic Lung Diseasementioning

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Pathologic and Radiologic Correlation of Adult Cystic Lung Disease: A Comprehensive Review

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Taddonio

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“…However, lung hydatid can imitate a number of diseases due to its radiological nature. It has been reported to present as hydro-pneumothorax,[1] homogenous opacity without air-bronchogram[2] and crescent sign. [3] In areas like northern India, where hydatid cyst infestation is endemic, this fact should be taken into consideration by all means as a differential diagnosis.…”

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“…Lung involvement is seen in 10-30% of the cases. [ 7 ] Secondary involvement caused by hematogenous spread may be seen in almost any location. Pulmonary hydatidosis can be primary or secondary.…”

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Pulmonary hydatidosis in a tertiary care hospital

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Background:Hydatid disease is caused by the larval stage of Echinococcus. Liver is the most commonly involved organ followed by the lungs. Pulmonary hydatidosis can be primary or secondary. The disease may be asymptomatic for several years. Cause of concern is the fatal anaphylaxis, which may be life threatening.Materials and Methods:The present retrospective study is over a period of ten years (2003-2012). The demographic data including the clinical features, radiological findings, other organ involvement, surgical and medical management done and histopathological findings were compiled from the records.Results:During the study period a total of eight cases, five male and three female, with age ranging from eight to 43 years were diagnosed as pulmonary hydatid disease. Five patients had presented with complicated cysts. Six patients had solitary cysts involving the lung while bilateral lung involvement was seen in two cases. One patient had multiple pulmonary cysts. Three patients had associated cysts in liver and two in spleen. Surgical lobectomy was done in four cases. Histopathology showed acellular laminated ectocysts in all the cases, whereas endocyst with brood capsules was seen in five cases.Conclusions:Pulmonary hydatidosis is not uncommon. Anaphylaxis, although rarely seen, may be a disastrous event. High index of clinical suspicion and mass awareness for interruption of transmission of parasite can lead to proper treatment and possible eradication.

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It′s easy to miss complicated hydatid cyst of lung

Abstract: A 60-year-old female presented with pneumonitis of right lower zone. CT scan revealed mass like lesion with multiple air pockets. FNAC and ultrasound confirmed the diagnosis as isolated active pulmonary hydatid cyst, which is not common finding in adult population.

Cited by 5 publications

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Pathologic and Radiologic Correlation of Adult Cystic Lung Disease: A Comprehensive Review

Pathologic and Radiologic Correlation of Adult Cystic Lung Disease: A Comprehensive Review

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Pulmonary hydatidosis in a tertiary care hospital

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