In:
Journal of Ultrasonography, Medical Communications Sp. z.o.o., Vol. 23, No. 92 ( 2023-01-05), p. e39-e42
Abstract:
Aim of the study: Pulmonary cystic echinococcosis is a parasitic infection transmitted by dogs and occurring in livestock-raising areas. It is included among the neglected tropical diseases, according to the World Health Organization. Imaging plays a pivotal role in the diagnosis of this disease. While cross-sectional imaging modalities such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging are preferred, lung ultrasound may be another feasible technique. Case description: We report a case of pulmonary cystic echinococcosis in a 26-year-old woman who was examined by contrast-enhanced ultrasound, which showed marked annular enhancement around the hydatid cyst, mimicking a superinfected cyst. Conclusions: Contrast-enhanced ultrasound examination in pulmonary cystic echinococcosis should be studied in a larger population to determine the value of additional contrast administration. In the present case report, no superinfected echinococcal cyst was seen despite marked annular contrast enhancement.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2451-070X
DOI:
10.15557/JoU.2023.23.92
DOI:
10.15557/JoU.2023.0008
Language:
Unknown
Publisher:
Medical Communications Sp. z.o.o.
Publication Date:
2023
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2843824-3
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