Imaging of primitive pleural hydatidosis in children: A case report

Imaging of primitive pleural hydatidosis in children: A case report

Hydatidosis, caused by the larval form of the parasite Echinococcus granulosus, is a rare condition, especially in pediatric patients, with pleural involvement being exceedingly uncommon. We report a case of primary pleural hydatidosis in a 9-year-old child, emphasizing the importance of various ima...

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Veröffentlicht in:Radiology case reports 2025-01, Vol.20 (1), p.47-50
Hauptverfasser: Marrakchi, Salma, Taibi, Ouiam, Ez-zaky, Sara, El Mamoune, Moustaine, Rania, Bouanane, Allali, Nazik, Chat, Latifa, Haddad, Siham El
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Sprache:eng
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Case Report
Child
Hydatidosis
Pleural
Primary
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Zusammenfassung:Hydatidosis, caused by the larval form of the parasite Echinococcus granulosus, is a rare condition, especially in pediatric patients, with pleural involvement being exceedingly uncommon. We report a case of primary pleural hydatidosis in a 9-year-old child, emphasizing the importance of various imaging techniques in establishing an accurate diagnosis.
ISSN:1930-0433
1930-0433
DOI:10.1016/j.radcr.2024.09.087