Cardiac Hydatid Cyst: A Rare but Potentially Life-Threatening Presentation of Hydatid Disease.

Autor: LALANI, KANHAI, RAO, M. SUDHAKAR, R., PADMAKUMAR, PARIKH, PANKTI, V., ASHWINI M., DHULIPALLA, UJWAL TEJA
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Zdroj: Methodist DeBakey Cardiovascular Journal; 2024, Vol. 20 Issue 2, p124-137, 4p
Abstrakt: Cardiac echinococcosis is a rare and severe manifestation of hydatid disease. It is caused by parasitic infestation by the Echinococcus species and can lead to life-threatening complications. Diagnosis is difficult due to nonspecific symptoms, but echocardiography is a highly sensitive diagnostic method. Albendazole treatment is effective in managing these cysts and can be an alternative to surgery. A patient with multiple cardiac hydatid cysts was successfully treated with albendazole, highlighting the importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent life-threatening complications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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