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[Echinococcosis in pregnancy].

M Fisher1, S Kasis, M Oren

  • 1Women's Health Center, Kupat Holim, Kiryat Shmona.

Harefuah
|June 15, 1992
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Hydatid disease, caused by Echinococcus granulosus larvae, can affect pregnant women. A liver hydatid cyst was successfully removed during pregnancy, with a healthy mother and baby outcome.

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Area of Science:

  • Medicine
  • Parasitology
  • Hepatology

Background:

  • Hydatid disease is a parasitic infection caused by Echinococcus granulosus larvae, primarily affecting livestock.
  • Humans are accidental intermediate hosts, with cysts often developing in the liver.
  • Pregnancy can pose unique challenges for managing parasitic infections like hydatid disease.

Observation:

  • A pregnant woman presented with upper abdominal pain and vomiting at 22 weeks gestation.
  • Diagnostic imaging, including ultrasound, X-ray, and CT scans, indicated a large liver hydatid cyst.
  • Surgical intervention was deemed necessary due to the patient's symptoms and the cyst's size.

Findings:

  • A 10 x 7 cm hydatid cyst was surgically removed from the patient's liver via laparotomy.

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  • The patient experienced a complete recovery following the surgical procedure.
  • The pregnancy proceeded to term with a spontaneous delivery.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the successful surgical management of a large liver hydatid cyst during pregnancy.
    • It demonstrates that timely intervention can lead to favorable outcomes for both mother and child.
    • Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing hydatid disease in pregnant patients, minimizing risks to the fetus.