Femoral hydatid cyst: A rare localization of bone echinococcosis: A case report
Echinococcosis, or hydatid disease, is an endemic disease that affects many regions worldwide and remains a significant public health issue in areas with high endemicity. It is caused by an infection with the dog tapeworm *Echinococcus granulosus*, which is transmitted to humans either through direc...
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| author | Nadia El Mahi Hajar Siouri Amal Mojahid Karim Haddar Hamid Ziani Siham Nasri Imane Kamaoui Imane Skiker |
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| description | Echinococcosis, or hydatid disease, is an endemic disease that affects many regions worldwide and remains a significant public health issue in areas with high endemicity. It is caused by an infection with the dog tapeworm *Echinococcus granulosus*, which is transmitted to humans either through direct contact with dogs or by ingesting contaminated food. This disease primarily affects internal organs, particularly the liver and lungs. Although virtually all organ systems can be involved, bone involvement is possible, especially in the femur. This report presents a case of an extensive hydatid cyst in the femoral bone of a 43-year-old woman, diagnosed late, highlighting the silent nature of bone echinococcosis due to its long latency period. Radiological examinations play a crucial role in the diagnosis, particularly when the disease is detected at an advanced stage. This case emphasizes the importance of early detection through imaging to allow for appropriate management and prevent complications. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-6364647f7fac4de999e9403d17f5a2d72025-01-18T05:04:11ZengElsevierRadiology Case Reports1930-04332025-03-0120316911694Femoral hydatid cyst: A rare localization of bone echinococcosis: A case reportNadia El Mahi0Hajar Siouri1Amal Mojahid2Karim Haddar3Hamid Ziani4Siham Nasri5Imane Kamaoui6Imane Skiker7Corresponding author.; Department of Radiology, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, University Mohammed First, Oujda, MoroccoDepartment of Radiology, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, University Mohammed First, Oujda, MoroccoDepartment of Radiology, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, University Mohammed First, Oujda, MoroccoDepartment of Radiology, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, University Mohammed First, Oujda, MoroccoDepartment of Radiology, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, University Mohammed First, Oujda, MoroccoDepartment of Radiology, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, University Mohammed First, Oujda, MoroccoDepartment of Radiology, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, University Mohammed First, Oujda, MoroccoDepartment of Radiology, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, University Mohammed First, Oujda, MoroccoEchinococcosis, or hydatid disease, is an endemic disease that affects many regions worldwide and remains a significant public health issue in areas with high endemicity. It is caused by an infection with the dog tapeworm *Echinococcus granulosus*, which is transmitted to humans either through direct contact with dogs or by ingesting contaminated food. This disease primarily affects internal organs, particularly the liver and lungs. Although virtually all organ systems can be involved, bone involvement is possible, especially in the femur. This report presents a case of an extensive hydatid cyst in the femoral bone of a 43-year-old woman, diagnosed late, highlighting the silent nature of bone echinococcosis due to its long latency period. Radiological examinations play a crucial role in the diagnosis, particularly when the disease is detected at an advanced stage. This case emphasizes the importance of early detection through imaging to allow for appropriate management and prevent complications.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1930043324013979Hydatid cystEchinococcosisBone localizationFemurImaging |
| spellingShingle | Nadia El Mahi Hajar Siouri Amal Mojahid Karim Haddar Hamid Ziani Siham Nasri Imane Kamaoui Imane Skiker Femoral hydatid cyst: A rare localization of bone echinococcosis: A case report Radiology Case Reports Hydatid cyst Echinococcosis Bone localization Femur Imaging |
| title | Femoral hydatid cyst: A rare localization of bone echinococcosis: A case report |
| title_full | Femoral hydatid cyst: A rare localization of bone echinococcosis: A case report |
| title_fullStr | Femoral hydatid cyst: A rare localization of bone echinococcosis: A case report |
| title_full_unstemmed | Femoral hydatid cyst: A rare localization of bone echinococcosis: A case report |
| title_short | Femoral hydatid cyst: A rare localization of bone echinococcosis: A case report |
| title_sort | femoral hydatid cyst a rare localization of bone echinococcosis a case report |
| topic | Hydatid cyst Echinococcosis Bone localization Femur Imaging |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1930043324013979 |
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