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Thromboembolism: a rare complication of cardiac hydatidosis
Vijay Trehan1, Prasad Shah, Jamal Yusuf
1Department of Cardiology, GB Pant Hospital, New Delhi, India. trehanvs@yahoo.co.in
Indian Heart Journal
|June 28, 2002
Insights
A rare cardiac hydatid cyst in the atria was diagnosed using echocardiography after a stroke. Surgical removal confirmed the diagnosis, highlighting this unusual presentation of echinococcosis.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Parasitology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Cardiac hydatid cysts are uncommon, posing diagnostic challenges.
- Echinococcosis, a parasitic disease, can rarely affect the heart.
Observation:
- A patient presented with a thromboembolic stroke, leading to further investigation.
- Two-dimensional echocardiography revealed a hydatid cyst localized within the atria.
Findings:
- The cardiac hydatid cyst was successfully diagnosed preoperatively via echocardiography.
- Histopathologic examination post-surgical resection confirmed the diagnosis of a hydatid cyst.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering parasitic infections in cardiac pathologies.
- Echocardiography is a valuable tool for diagnosing rare cardiac masses like hydatid cysts.
- Prompt surgical intervention is crucial for managing cardiac hydatid disease.
Abstract:
A cardiac hydatid cyst is rare. We report a case of cardiac hydatid cyst localized in the atria which was diagnosed by two-dimensional echocardiography following a thromboembolic stroke. Surgical resection of the cyst was performed and histopathologic examination confirmed the diagnosis.