Primary Hydatid Cyst of the Submental Neck Region in a Child: A Rare Case Report with Surgical Management

Hydatid cyst of the neck considered rare condition. In literature there are few published case reports, but none involved the submental region. This report is about a 11 years old boy who had a swelling at the submental region of few months duration. Examination revealed a swelling that extended to anterior part submandibular region, red overlying skin, no discharge, sound teeth. Radiology revealed multilobulated cystic mass. Surgery done under general anesthesia, the cyst completely removed and sent to histopathology examination which concluded as hydatid cyst. Albendazole was prescribed with subsequent follow-up for 6 months with no recurrence. Keywords: Hydatid cyst, Submental region, Neck mass, Pediatric patient, Echinococcosis, Surgical management, Albendazole therapy