A man having ‘cyst’ in the ‘cyst’!

We present a case of pulmonary hydatid cyst. Several linear areas of increased attenuation noted within the cyst in its dependent portion, which could represent ruptured cysts. Key messageHydatid disease is a zoonotic parasitic infestation caused by tapeworms, particularlyEchinococcus granulosus. The lung is the second most site followed by liver accounting for 10% –30% of the cases. Rupture of hydatid cyst can occur into pleura or bronchus. Surgery remains the mainstay of treatment for pulmonary hydatid.
Source: Respirology Case Reports - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tags: CLINICAL IMAGE Source Type: research