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  • Bone hydatidosis, particularly affecting the chest wall, is infrequently documented.
  • Costal and sternal locations are uncommon presentations of this parasitic bone infection.

Observation:

  • Three male patients (ages 17, 41, and 45) presented with painful thoracic wall masses.
  • Two patients had prior thoracic wall mass surgeries; diagnoses included isolated costal and sternal locations, one involving the sterno-costo-clavicular area.
  • Computed tomography (CT) scans revealed bone lysis and mediastinal enlargement, aiding diagnosis.

Findings:

  • Extended bone resection was performed on all patients.
  • Post-operative albendazole treatment was administered.
  • No recurrence was observed during a 12-month follow-up period.

Implications:

  • Chest wall bone hydatidosis requires prompt diagnosis, often aided by advanced imaging like CT scans.
  • A combination of aggressive surgical debridement and long-term albendazole therapy is effective in managing this rare condition.
  • This therapeutic approach appears to prevent disease recurrence, improving patient prognosis.