Hydatid cyst of liver: A case with an unusual clinical presentation

Datta, Abhijit; Ghosh, Sunil K.; Dasgupta, Angira; De, Asim

doi:10.4103/0019-5359.109904

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“…21,22 Infected humans present with fever, urticaria, bronchospasm, jaundice and possible anaphylaxis from episodic leakage or rupture of the cyst. 23,24 Intermittent eosinophilia may occur from spontaneous cyst leakage but is otherwise not commonly associated, unless following a rupture where it is transiently suppressed and then rises to high levels. 13 The presenting sign of echinococcosis is often generalized insidious pruritus, thus frequently misdiagnosed as unspecified allergies.…”

Section: Echinococcosismentioning

confidence: 99%

“…After accidental ingestion by humans, the parasite develops hydatid cysts most commonly in the liver or lung, which then produce immature worms called protoscoleces 21,22 . Infected humans present with fever, urticaria, bronchospasm, jaundice and possible anaphylaxis from episodic leakage or rupture of the cyst 23,24 . Intermittent eosinophilia may occur from spontaneous cyst leakage but is otherwise not commonly associated, unless following a rupture where it is transiently suppressed and then rises to high levels 13 …”

Section: Echinococcosismentioning

confidence: 99%

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Tropical parasitic itch in returned travellers and immigrants from endemic areas

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Itch is the most common skin symptom among tropical parasitic diseases (TPD), but there are limited data about its characteristics in these conditions. In dermatology practices and travellers' health clinics in the developed world, itch is a common complaint among travellers returning from endemic areas, as well among migrants arriving from endemic areas, where they may have been exposed to TPD. Studying aspects of pruritus among TPD may lead to improvements in prompt, accurate diagnosis and management of these conditions. This review examines the major itch-inducing TPDs, including schistosomiasis, echinococcosis, onchocerciasis, scabies, cutaneous larva migrans, larva currens, African trypanosomiasis, dracunculiasis and other causes of travel associated pruritus. We focus on the link between pruritus and other symptoms, aetiology, clinical staging and therapeutic options for these parasitic illnesses. Because some tropical parasitic diseases can present with significant pruritus, we attempt to identify aspects of the pruritus that are characteristic of-or unique to-specific conditions. These diagnostic insights may help clinicians create a rational and focused differential diagnosis and help determine optimal disease management pathways. In this sense, management involves treating the individual, seeking epidemiologically linked cases, preventing recurrences or relapses, and reducing spread of the disease.

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Section: Echinococcosismentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Echinococcosismentioning

confidence: 99%

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et al. 2022

Acad Dermatol Venereol

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Toxocariasis, Hydatid Disease of the Lung, Strongyloidiasis, and Pulmonary Paragonimiasis

Mirza¹,

Rathore²

2019

Kendig's Disorders of the Respiratory Tract in Children

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Hydatid Disease Involved in the Heart, Liver, and Kidney That Caused Sudden Death

Daş¹,

Özer²,

Yağmur³

et al. 2015

American Journal of Forensic Medicine &Amp; Pathology

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Hydatid disease is a parasitic infestation caused by ingestion of eggs of echinococcal species. For Echinococcus granulosus, the definitive host is the dog, and sheeps are the usual intermediate hosts. Humans are accidental intermediate hosts, infected by ingestion of food contaminated with eggs shed by dogs or foxes. The most common organs that hydatid disease encountered are the liver and lungs. Involvement of the kidney is rare and usually accompanies the other organ involvements. Cardiac involvement of echinococcosis is also very rare. We report the case of a 31-year-old woman with a 6-year history of asthma who collapsed after strenuous activity and died despite the interventions carried out. At autopsy, cystic masses were detected in the apex of the heart, in the right kidney, and in the liver. There were no macroscopic pathologic findings in the other organs. Microscopic examination revealed the diagnosis of hydatid cyst in the heart, right kidney, and liver besides medial hypertrophy of the lung vessels. Cause of death was attributed to hydatid cyst and its complications. Patients who have symptoms akin to asthma at clinical presentation have to be further investigated for organic cardiac and pulmonary diseases such as hydatid cyst, especially in endemic countries.

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Hydatid cyst of liver: A case with an unusual clinical presentation

Cited by 3 publications

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Tropical parasitic itch in returned travellers and immigrants from endemic areas

Tropical parasitic itch in returned travellers and immigrants from endemic areas

Toxocariasis, Hydatid Disease of the Lung, Strongyloidiasis, and Pulmonary Paragonimiasis

Hydatid Disease Involved in the Heart, Liver, and Kidney That Caused Sudden Death

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