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Ruptured Giant Thoracic Hydatid Cyst Presenting With Respiratory Symptoms Publisher



Ershadi R1 ; Amini H1 ; Roostaei G2 ; Kazemizadeh H2 ; Mollamohammadi L1 ; Khoshnam Rad N2
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  1. 1. Department of Thoracic Surgery, Imam Khomeini Hospital Complex, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  2. 2. Thoracic Research Center, Imam Khomeini Hospital Complex, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Source: Respirology Case Reports Published:2024


Abstract

Pulmonary hydatid disease remains a global public health issue. Symptoms often result from cyst rupture, causing fever, cough, and hemoptysis. Radiographs may show homogeneous masses, air-fluid levels, or the pathognomonic “water lily” sign. Surgical removal is the primary treatment, with early diagnosis crucial to prevent acute hypersensitivity reactions and death. © 2024 The Authors. Respirology Case Reports published by John Wiley & Sons Australia, Ltd on behalf of The Asian Pacific Society of Respirology.