Primary hydatid disease of the axilla presenting as a cystic mass

Kafadar, Mehmet Tolga; Çetinkaya, İsmail

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“…[3] Cystic echinococcosis can occur in a variety of human body sites, most commonly in liver (50-80%) and lungs (15-47%). [4] Few cases of secondary hydatidosis of the joints have been mentioned in literature. This case report describes a rare case of primary distal right femoral hydatidosis with involvement of the right knee joint.…”

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Primary cystic echinococcosis presented as prolonged disabling knee osteoarthritis: a case report

Mohager¹,

Nai²,

Tonga³

et al. 2023

SSMJ

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Cystic echinococcosis (hydatid disease) is a neglected tropical disease common in Asia, South America and Sub-Saharan Africa. It is a parasitic disease caused by larval stage of Echinococcus granulosus. The commonest organs affected by hydatidosis are the liver and the lung. Primary bone hydatidosis in humans is a rare disease accounting for 1–2% of echinococcosis cases. To our knowledge secondary hydatidosis of joints is uncommon and few cases of hydatid disease of the knee joint have been reported. We present a case of primary cystic echinococcosis of the knee joint occurring in a 43-year-old female presenting mainly as disabling right knee arthritis in the form of chronic (13 years) painful swelling, which ultimately led to her inability to walk. Imaging and histopathologic examination revealed cystic echinococcosis of the right knee joint. Subsequent pulmonary, liver and bone screening for primary lesions were negative. To our knowledge, this is the first ever report on primary knee hydatid disease. It is possible that pre-existing arthritis modulated the local environment of the knee, rendering it susceptible to hydatidosis. This should be taken into account in the differential diagnosis of arthritis particularly in endemic areas.

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Primary cystic echinococcosis presented as prolonged disabling knee osteoarthritis: a case report

Mohager¹,

Nai²,

Tonga³

et al. 2023

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Primary axillary hydatid cyst: A case report

Christina,

Chatterjee,

Bera

et al. 2024

J Med Case Reports

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Background Hydatid disease, also known as echinococcosis, is an endemic parasitic infection, most commonly caused by Echinococcus granulosus . It may affect any organ resulting in the formation of hydatid cysts, but most frequently involves liver and lungs. Hydatid cyst arising primarily from axilla is an extremely rare manifestation of this condition, with only a few cases reported in medical literature. Case presentation Here we present the case of a 32-year-old Indian male farmer, who presented with a painless, slow-growing mass in the left axillary region of 8 months duration. Preoperative imaging led us to the diagnosis of primary axillary hydatid cyst, with no other associated cysts or masses anywhere else in the body. Following antihelmintic therapy, the cyst was surgically excised without rupture. The diagnosis was further confirmed by macroscopic and histopathological examination. Conclusion This case report highlights the importance of considering hydatid cyst in the differential diagnosis of palpable masses in the axillary region, especially in regions where the disease is endemic. Early recognition and accurate diagnosis are crucial for appropriate management and optimal patient outcomes.

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Primary hydatid disease of the axilla presenting as a cystic mass

Cited by 2 publications

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Primary cystic echinococcosis presented as prolonged disabling knee osteoarthritis: a case report

Primary cystic echinococcosis presented as prolonged disabling knee osteoarthritis: a case report

Primary axillary hydatid cyst: A case report

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