Primary Hydatid Cyst in Gastrocnemius Muscle

Cystic echinococcosis, which is caused by the larval stages of Echinococcus granulosus, results from the presence of one or more massive cysts or hydatids, and can involve any organ, including the liver, lungs, heart, brain, kidneys, and long bones. Muscle hydatidosis is usually secondary in nature,...

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Main Authors: Bharati, Saswata, Pal, Mrityunjay
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: Medknow Publications Pvt Ltd 2012
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3716238/