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A Large Primary Subcutaneous Hydatid Cyst in Proximal Thigh: An Unusual Localization.

Authors :
Hekmatnia F
Motififard M
Yazdi HA
Rizi AM
Hedayat P
Hekmatnia A
Source :
Advanced biomedical research [Adv Biomed Res] 2018 Mar 27; Vol. 7, pp. 50. Date of Electronic Publication: 2018 Mar 27 (Print Publication: 2018).
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

Primary muscular hydatidosis is a very rare condition with an incidence of 1%-4% in endemic regions. This case report describes an unusual location of hydatid cyst in the sartorius muscle and the application of imaging in its preoperative diagnosis, choosing a treatment strategy, and monitoring.<br />Competing Interests: There are no conflicts of interest.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2277-9175
Volume :
7
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Advanced biomedical research
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
29657935
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4103/2277-9175.228622