Video-assisted surgery in the management of hydatid renal cyst in children.

Authors :: Ksiaa A
Zitouni H
Zrig A
Kerkeni Y
Sahnoun L
Chahed J
Laamiri R
Maazoun K
Krichéne I
Mekki M
Belguith M
Nouri A
Source :: Journal of pediatric surgery [J Pediatr Surg] 2013 May; Vol. 48 (5), pp. E17-9.
Publication Year :: 2013
Abstract: Renal hydatid disease is rare in children. Open surgery is the traditional method of treatment, but minimally invasive techniques are being increasingly used. Herein, we report our experience with laparoscopic management of renal hydatid cyst in four children via a transperitoneal approach in three cases and a retroperitoneoscopy in one. We conclude that transperitoneal laparoscopy can be offered for the management of hydatid renal cyst associated with other intraperitoneal localizations, whereas the retroperitoneoscopy is limited for the treatment of isolated hydatid renal cysts.<br /> (Copyright © 2013 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)