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[Neck hydatidosis. Thyroid and submaxillary gland involvement in 2 cases]
Revista Medica De Chile
|February 7, 2001
Summary
Hydatid cysts in the neck are rare. This report details two cases, emphasizing echinococcosis as a crucial differential diagnosis for cervical cysts in endemic regions.
Area of Science:
- Medicine
- Parasitology
- Surgery
Background:
- Hydatid cysts, caused by Echinococcus tapeworms, typically affect organs like the liver and lungs.
- Cervical hydatid cysts are uncommon, presenting diagnostic challenges due to their rarity and potential for misdiagnosis.
Observation:
- A 66-year-old male presented with a painless thyroid nodule initially diagnosed as acute thyroiditis.
- A 5-year-old boy had a painless submaxillary cyst with non-specific ultrasound and fine needle aspiration findings.
Findings:
- Surgical and pathological examinations confirmed hydatid cysts in both patients.
- Both patients had normal imaging of the chest and abdomen, with uncomplicated surgical recovery.
Implications:
- Echinococcosis should be included in the differential diagnosis for cervical cysts, especially in endemic areas.
- Early and accurate diagnosis of cervical hydatid disease is essential for appropriate management and preventing complications.