Atypical image findings in a primary subcutaneous hydatid cyst in the gluteal area

Highlights • Primary subcutaneous cystic echinococcosis is extremely rare. • Typical features of hydatid cyst may not be demonstrated in some cases. • Epidemiological data is very important to make a suspicion in endemic countries.

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Published in:Radiography (London, England. 1995) England. 1995), 2017-08, Vol.23 (3), p.e65-e67
Main Authors: Ramos Pascua, L, Santos Sanchez, J.A, Samper Wamba, J.D, Alvarez Castro, A, Rodriguez Altonaga, J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Hydatid cyst
Radiology
Soft tissue mass
Subcutaneous cyst
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Summary:Highlights • Primary subcutaneous cystic echinococcosis is extremely rare. • Typical features of hydatid cyst may not be demonstrated in some cases. • Epidemiological data is very important to make a suspicion in endemic countries.
ISSN:1078-8174
1532-2831
DOI:10.1016/j.radi.2017.03.017