Hydatid cyst of the neck

Unusual sites of hydatid cysts in India

“…4 Recommended use of emetics, apomorphine and analeptics, as well as intravenous calcium, has been suggested. 2 The roles of anticholinesterases and cysteine in the management of puffer fish poisoning still remain uncertain. 5,8 Though puffer fish is available in Bangladesh, puffer fish poisoning is sporadic in our country.…”

“…4 In spite of the toxic nature of the puffer fish and its recognized ill effects, it remains a delicacy in Japan prepared by licensed puffer chefs. 2 However, despite careful preparation, the annual death rate in Japan from puffer fish poisoning is around 50. 4 It has also been reported in Singapore, 2 Hongkong, 5 and Australia.…”

“…1,2 It is variously known as blowfish, toadfish, globefish, balloon fish, Fugu, etc. 3 All belong to the order Tetraodontiformes.…”

“…The body musculature is usually free of poison. 2 The treatment of TTX poisoning is purely symptomatic and supportive. There is no specific antitoxin or antidote to TTX.…”

A case of primary cervicofacial hydatidosis

“…Hydatid disease of the neck region is an extremely rare finding, even in endemic regions, and only a few cases have been reported in the literature. [ 1 2 3 4 5 ]…”