Intra-Abdominal Hydatid Cyst: Sociodemographics, Clinical Profiles, and Outcomes of Patients Operated on at a Tertiary Hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Background. Hydatid cyst is caused by the tapeworm Echinococcus granulosus. The abdomen, specifically the liver, is the most common site affected. Objective. Determine the presentation patterns, types of surgical management, and outcomes of patients operated for intra-abdominal hydatid cyst (IAHC)....

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Main Authors: Engida Abebe, Temesgen Kassa, Mahteme Bekele, Ayelign Tsehay
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2017-01-01
Series:Journal of Parasitology Research
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/4837234
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