Primary hydatid cyst in the axillary region: A case report
This case highlights the need for awareness of axillary hydatid cysts in endemic regions, which may be misdiagnosed due to their rarity. Prompt diagnosis and individualized treatment, including total cystectomy and adjunctive medical therapy with albendazole, are critical to prevent complications and recurrence of hydatid disease.
Authors
- Ahmad Ghazal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5032-2839)
- Fatima Breim (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2081-3490)
- Lama Kanaa
- Mousa Sifat
- Abdalwahab Alkhalf
Institutions
- University of Aleppo (SY)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-01-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijscr.2025.110919
- Primary Topic
- Parasitic infections in humans and animals
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00