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    • Parasitology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Radiology

    Background:

    • Echinococcosis is a zoonotic disease caused by Echinococcus granulosus larvae.
    • The parasite typically affects the liver and lungs, with axillary involvement being exceptionally rare.
    • Endemic regions include Canada, Australia, South America, and the Mediterranean.

    Observation:

    • A 60-year-old woman presented with a primary hydatid cyst in the axilla.
    • Axillary hydatid disease is extremely rare, with only 12 documented cases in the literature.
    • This represents the first reported case in the authors' country.

    Findings:

    • The patient underwent a successful total cystectomy for the axillary hydatid cyst.
    • Diagnostic imaging confirmed the cyst's location and characteristics.
    • Histopathological examination confirmed Echinococcus granulosus.

    Implications:

    • This case expands the known spectrum of Echinococcus granulosus presentation.
    • Highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in endemic areas.
    • Contributes to the limited literature on axillary hydatid disease, aiding future clinical recognition.