Laparoscopic Drainage of a Hepatic Echinococcal Cyst: A Case Report

The Echinococcus granulosus tapeworm causes hepatic echinococcosis. It is endemic in the Mediterranean region, Middle East, and South America. Human infection is secondary to accidental consumption of ova in feces. Absorption through the bowel wall and entrance into the portal circulation leads to l...

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Main Authors: Steven B. Goldin, James J. L. Mateka, Michael J. Schnaus, Sujat Dahal
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2011-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2011/107087
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