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Isolated splenic involvement in hydatid disease: A case report
Sakshi Dudhe1, Devyansh Nimodia1, Gaurav V Mishra1
1Department of Radiodiagnosis, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, Sawangi, Wardha, Maharashtra, India 442001.
Radiology Case Reports
|February 10, 2025
Summary
Splenic hydatid disease (SHD), caused by Echinococcus granulosus, is an uncommon parasitic infection. This case highlights diagnosis and surgical management of SHD, emphasizing CT scan utility.
Area of Science:
- Parasitology
- Abdominal Surgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Hydatid disease commonly affects the liver, with isolated splenic involvement being rare.
- Splenic hydatid disease (SHD) presents with nonspecific symptoms, challenging diagnosis.
- Echinococcus granulosus causes this parasitic infection, endemic in agricultural regions.
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