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Predictive Factors of Pulmonary Hydatid Complications in Children

Nahla Kechiche1, Arije Zouaoui1, Asma Ben Cheikh2

  • 1Pediatric Surgery Department, University Hospital of Monastir, University of Monastir, Tunisia.

Journal of Pediatric Surgery
|September 6, 2024
PubMed

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Pediatric pulmonary hydatid cyst complications are frequent. This study identified key pre- and post-operative predictive factors, including rural origin and fever, to improve management and reduce child morbidity.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Parasitology

Background:

  • Pulmonary echinococcosis (hydatid cyst) in children often leads to severe complications.
  • Identifying predictive factors for complications is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine predictive factors for pre- and post-operative complications in pediatric pulmonary hydatid cysts.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective descriptive and analytic study (2010-2018).
  • Two groups analyzed to identify predictive factors for complications.
  • Statistical analysis using IBM SPSS 21.0 with a significance level of p < 0.05.

Main Results:

  • 138 patients (69%) presented with complicated pulmonary hydatid cysts preoperatively.
  • Independent pre-operative factors: rural area, fever, right-sided location, positive hydatid serology.
  • Independent post-operative factors: not performing capitonnage, solitary cyst.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding independent predictive factors for complications is essential for managing pediatric pulmonary hydatid cysts.
  • This knowledge can help reduce morbidity in affected children.
Abstract

Keywords:
ComplicationsPredictive factorsPulmonary hydatid cyst

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