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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Parasitology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Cyst hydatid disease, caused by Echinococcus granulosus, is a significant parasitic infection globally, particularly in sheep-farming regions.
  • While the liver and lungs are most commonly affected, the urinary system can be involved, though isolated renal hydatidosis is exceptionally rare.

Observation:

  • A rare case of an 18-centimeter isolated renal hydatid cyst in a 57-year-old female patient is presented.
  • The patient presented with symptoms indicative of a large renal mass.

Findings:

  • Diagnosis was established through characteristic imaging findings.
  • Surgical intervention via retroperitoneal nephrectomy was performed for complete cyst removal.
  • Histopathological examination confirmed the presence of Echinococcus granulosus.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering parasitic etiologies, even in rare presentations like isolated renal hydatid cysts.
  • Successful surgical management highlights nephrectomy as a viable treatment option for large renal hydatid disease.
  • Increased awareness may improve early diagnosis and management of this uncommon condition in endemic and non-endemic areas.