A rare case of recurrent spinal hydatid cyst in a 17-year-old man with neurological deficits and balance impairment

A rare case of recurrent spinal hydatid cyst in a 17-year-old man with neurological deficits and balance impairment

Abstract Background Hydatid cysts are caused by the larval stage of the tapeworm parasite Echinococcus granulosus, leading to a rare but significant zoonotic infection. This disease is primarily observed in regions with prevalent agricultural and livestock practices. While the liver, lungs, and brai...

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Main Authors: Mina Farjam, Faraz Changizi, Kaveh Ebrahimzadeh, Shahram Sabeti, Farahnaz Bidari Zerehpoush, Farid Javandoust Gharehbagh, Ilad Alavi Darazam
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-12-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Subjects:
Echinococcosis
Echinococcus granulosus
Spine
Recurrence
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-024-10286-3
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