Juxtavesical hydatid cysts

Out of 177 different hydatid localisations 9 were juxtavesical. In 3 patients the cysts were recurrent. The diagnosis, based on the clinical and radiological examinations and exploration was facilitated by the history or the co-existence of other parasitic lesions. Other pathological lesions in 2 patients brought about hesitation and delay in micturition. In one case, size, consistency and fixation of the cyst initially suggested a malignant pelvic tumour. One severe late renal complications was recorded. 7 patients underwent surgical treatment.