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Ovarian hydatid cyst: A case report.

L Cattorini1, S Trastulli, D Milani

  • 1Department of General Surgical, St Maria Hospital, Terni, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy.

International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
|November 19, 2011
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Primary pelvic hydatid cysts are rare, occurring in 0.2-2.25% of cases. This study presents a case of ovarian hydatid cyst treated successfully with marsupialization, draining, and irrigation using hypertonic saline.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Parasitology
  • Gynecologic Surgery
  • Abdominal Imaging

Background:

  • Hydatid cysts, caused by Echinococcus granulosus, are typically found in the liver or lungs.
  • Primary pelvic hydatid cysts, particularly ovarian involvement, are exceptionally rare, with reported incidences ranging from 0.2% to 2.25%.
  • Ovarian hydatid cysts are often secondary to dissemination from other sites.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a rare case of primary pelvic hydatid cyst involving the ovary.
  • To discuss the management of a complex ovarian hydatid cyst in an elderly patient.
  • To evaluate the efficacy of marsupialization with hypertonic saline irrigation as a treatment option.

Main Methods:

  • Surgical intervention involving cyst marsupialization.
  • Draining and irrigation of the cyst cavity with hypertonic saline solutions.
  • Post-operative monitoring for recurrence and complications.

Main Results:

  • Successful treatment of a large pelvic hydatid cyst in an elderly female.
  • Resolution of symptoms and absence of recurrence at follow-up.
  • Demonstration of marsupialization as a viable alternative to radical cystectomy in selected cases.

Conclusions:

  • Primary ovarian hydatid cysts are rare but should be considered in the differential diagnosis of pelvic masses.
  • Marsupialization, combined with meticulous irrigation, can be an effective and less invasive treatment for pelvic hydatid cysts.
  • This approach may offer a conservative alternative to extensive surgery, preserving ovarian function where feasible.