Hepatic hydatid cyst

Case contributed by Mohammad Taghi Niknejad
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Abdominal pain and distention.

Patient Data

Age: 15 years
Gender: Female
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A 15×11 cm thick-walled cyst is noted in the right lobe of the liver with inner layer detachment. No obvious calcification or enhancing solid component are observed within.

Case Discussion

Features are typical for a large hepatic hydatid cyst.  

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