A Large Primary Subcutaneous Hydatid Cyst in Proximal Thigh: An Unusual Localization
Primary muscular hydatidosis is a very rare condition with an incidence of 1%–4% in endemic regions. This case report describes an unusual location of hydatid cyst in the sartorius muscle and the application of imaging in its preoperative diagnosis, choosing a treatment strategy, and monitoring.
Main Authors: | Farzaneh Hekmatnia, Mehdi Motififard, Hossein Ahrar Yazdi, Abdellah Maleki Rizi, Pegah Hedayat, Ali Hekmatnia |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2018-01-01
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Series: | Advanced Biomedical Research |
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Online Access: | http://www.advbiores.net/article.asp?issn=2277-9175;year=2018;volume=7;issue=1;spage=50;epage=50;aulast=Hekmatnia |
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