Revista de embarazo y salud infantil

Abstracto

Hydatid Cyst of the Ovary A Rare Type of Cystic Ovarian Lesion

Pari Mane

Background: Echinococcus granulosus or, less frequently, Echinococcus multilocularis tapeworms, in their adult or larval stages, cause the zoonotic disorder known as hydatid disease. The presentation is dependent on the engagement site. Many cases go unnoticed for a long time before they are unintentionally found. Ovarian hydatid cysts are incredibly uncommon and make up the majority of identified cases. It could be misinterpreted for ovarian cysts or ovarian cystic tumours. For the past three months, an 18-year-old lady has complained of episodes of lower stomach pain and frequent urination. On the abdominal exam, the suprapubic area showed significant discomfort but no tumours or organs could be felt there. Left adnexal cysts were visible on an abdominal ultrasound. Using a computer tomography an abdominal scan revealed a cystic left adnexal lesion with no enhancement following contrast administration. A hydatid cyst of the left ovary was discovered during a laparoscopy. With the aid of a retrieval bag, the cyst was removed from the cavity. Three months of anthelmintic treatment were recommended, and a follow-up ultrasound six months later revealed no abnormalities. In conclusion, a strong index of suspicion is needed when making a diagnosis, especially when a cystic lesion is present. In the early stages of the disease, the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay test may provide useful information. Cyst excision is a part of laparoscopic management. After surgery, anthelmintic medications are necessary to lower the recurrence rate.