Intramural cardiac hydatid cyst—Incidental finding

Abstract

Hydatid cyst was commonly found in the liver followed by lungs and brain. Cardiac hydatid cysts are less common compared to hepatic ones. We report a case of intramural hydatid cyst that is incidentally found during the work-up of a hepatic hydated cyst.

Echocardiographic Features of Cardiac Echinococcal Infection

“…3 Surgical removal remains the definitive treatment of choice, with low rates of recurrence. 9,15 Special consideration must be given intraoperatively to avoid leakage of cystic fluid to avoid anaphylaxis or dissemination ofinfected scolices. 15 Scolicidalsolutions such hypertonic saline can reduce the spread.…”

“…9,15 Special consideration must be given intraoperatively to avoid leakage of cystic fluid to avoid anaphylaxis or dissemination ofinfected scolices. 15 Scolicidalsolutions such hypertonic saline can reduce the spread. Resection under cardiopulmonary bypass is considered the safest method with the lowest risk for cystic content spillage intraoperatively.…”

“…Resection under cardiopulmonary bypass is considered the safest method with the lowest risk for cystic content spillage intraoperatively. 15 Thorough preoperative planning is necessary, as the postoperative mortality for those with cardiac involvement is 4% to 10%, compared with 0.5% to 4% for cysts involving other parts of the body. 8…”