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Microscopic Cyst Resection for the Treatment of Patients Diagnosed with Epididymal Cyst
Published on: March 31, 2023
Renal hydatid cyst: medical treatment
Ana Teresa Trindade Soares1, Catarina Couto1, Maria João Cabral1
1Hospital Garcia de Orta, Portugal.
Introduction:
Hydatid disease is a zoonosis caused by the parasite Echinococcus granulosus. It has a worldwide distribution, being endemic in Portugal. Hydatid disease of the urinary tract is rare, occurring in less than 2% of all cases.
Case Report:
14-year-old male with hydatid disease of the kidney. The diagnosis was established by imaging studies and specific serologic testing. Treatment consisted of four 4-week cycles of albendazol and resulted in a progressive reduction of the cyst as well as in a negative specific serology.
Discussion:
Even though the recommended treatment is surgical excision, studies have demonstrated that medical treatment may be an alternative allowing for organ preservation.
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