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Gluteal Hydatid Cyst Presenting as an Abscess: Rare Case Report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Hydatid disease is a parasitic infection primarily affecting the liver and lungs. Muscular involvement, especially in the gluteal region, is rare. Case Presentation: A 30-year-old woman presented with a left gluteal cystic lesion confirmed as a hydatid cyst through imaging and histopathology. Surgical excision and albendazole therapy led to a successful outcome. Conclusion: Awareness of atypical hydatid disease presentations is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment, particularly in endemic areas like Morocco.

Source: International Journal of Advanced Research

DOI: 10.21474/ijar01/19611

Authors: El Mouatassim Zakaria, Laroussi Younes, Saoud Mohamed, Mkira Omar, Kada Ali, Elbouazizi Yassine, Elyaacoubi Youssef, Jalil Abdelouahed

Language: English

Topic: Parasitic infections in humans and animals

Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4403781359

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