[Pancreatic hydatid cyst: an exceptional localization]

Arch Pediatr. 2010 Jul;17(7):1056-8. doi: 10.1016/j.arcped.2010.03.005. Epub 2010 Jun 3.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Pancreatic hydatid cysts are rare. They account for 1% of all hydatid cysts and are extremely rare in children. This may explain the problems diagnosing this condition. We report on a new case of pancreatic hydatic cyst in an 11-year-old girl who was admitted with a previous history of abdominal pain and jaundice. We discuss the diagnostic features of pancreatic hydatid cyst and therapeutic modalities.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Abdominal Pain / etiology
  • Child
  • Echinococcosis / diagnosis*
  • Echinococcosis / surgery
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Jaundice / etiology
  • Pancreatic Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Pancreatic Diseases / surgery
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed