An unusual radiological presentation of a pulmonary hydatid cyst in a child

Giant pulmonary hydatid cyst is usually encountered in adolescents and children who are older than 10 years. A relatively higher elasticity of the lung tissue allows rapid growth of cysts. We present a case of a 15-year-old male who was admitted with complaint of frequent and persistent dry cough fo...

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Published in:Journal of clinical imaging science 2013, Vol.3 (1), p.20-20, Article 20
Main Authors: Kayhan, Servet, Sahin, Unal, Turut, Hasan, Yurdakul, Cuneyt
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Language:English
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Radiologic-Pathologic Correlation
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Summary:Giant pulmonary hydatid cyst is usually encountered in adolescents and children who are older than 10 years. A relatively higher elasticity of the lung tissue allows rapid growth of cysts. We present a case of a 15-year-old male who was admitted with complaint of frequent and persistent dry cough for over a month. Computed tomographic scan revealed a giant cyst with thick enhancing rim and an "air bubble" sign. Diagnosis of giant hydatid cyst was confirmed by surgery and histopathological examination.
ISSN:2156-7514
2156-7514
2156-5597
DOI:10.4103/2156-7514.111238