Primary pelvic hydatid cyst: A rare case presenting with obstructive uropathy

Abstract

HighlightsPrimary pelvic hydatid cysts are uncommon, usually presenting with pressure effects on the adjacent organs such as the urinary bladder and rectum.Combination of preoperative albendazole therapy, surgery and postoperative albendazole therapy is a useful regime.Familiarity with atypical manifestations of hydatid disease may be helpful in making a prompt and accurate diagnosis.

Kistik Ekinokokkoz Ön Tanısı ile Başvuran Hastaların Radyolojik, Hemogram ve Biyokimyasal Analizlerinin Değerlendirilmesi

“…In the study conducted by Sahin et al, [31] the level of GGT was found to be high. Kumar et al, [34] evaluated the liver function test period and complete blood count and stated that the results were normal.…”

Primary pelvic hydatid cyst in an infertile female, A case report

“…In our case, the presence of cyst may be the main reason of patient's infertility for seven years. There are evidences of infertility in patients with pelvic hydatidosis 12 . Sometimes, the cysts rupture spontaneously and releasing the hydatid fluid containing proto scolex would produce later cysts.…”

An unusual para‐rectal tumour

“…After mobilization, the cyst was isolated and opened. Laminated membrane were removed completely and pathological examination concluded to a primary pelvic hydatid disease 2 . Human hydatid cyst or cystic echinococcosis is a zoonotic disease occurring mostly in rural areas of countries in North Africa and South America.…”

“…Laminated membrane were removed completely and pathological examination concluded to a primary pelvic hydatid disease. 2 Human hydatid cyst or cystic echinococcosis is a zoonotic disease occurring mostly in rural areas of countries in North Africa and South America. More than 2 million people present with this disease, leading to a major public health concern.…”