A Rare Case of Hydatid Cyst of Posterior Neck: Case Report

Dr. Adarsh Chauhan, Dr. Richa Jha

Abstract: Hydatid cyst is a zoonotic disease commonly caused by the larval stage of Echinococcus granulosus. The involvement of the head and neck regions is an exceedingly rare phenomenon even in endemic geographical areas. It's a parasitic disease which humans can accidentally ingest through contaminated food. The neck is an uncommon site for this infection so it is not considered as a differential diagnosis of neck swelling commonly. We are reporting a rare case of 35 years old female, presented with complaints of left side posterior neck swelling for a duration of 4 months which was gradually increasing in size. Patient was investigated and diagnosed as a case of primary hydatid cyst of neck. After PAC clearance patient was successfully operated for complete excision of Hydatid Cyst. Post operative period uneventful. Patient discharged under satisfactory condition.

Keywords: Hydatid cyst, Neck swelling, Echinococcos granulosos

How to Cite?: Dr. Adarsh Chauhan, Dr. Richa Jha, "A Rare Case of Hydatid Cyst of Posterior Neck: Case Report", Volume 13 Issue 12, December 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 840-842, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR241211113656, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR241211113656