Primary hydatidosis of the pancreas: short communication
KMJ-Kuwait Medical Journal. 1999; 31 (2): 178-179
in English
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ABSTRACT
Primary hydatid cyst of the pancreas is a rare condition. In a large series study the reported incidence was 0.25% [1]. We present the case of a 35-year-old patient who presented with a history of a vague upper abdominal pain, with nausea, vomiting and heartburn. Abdominal ultrasonography and CT scans revealed a cystic mass occupying the body and tail of the pancreas. Surgery was performed and yielded a tense hydatid cyst in the pancreas
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IMEMR (Eastern Mediterranean)
Main subject:
Pancreatic Diseases
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Echinococcus
Type of study:
Case report
Limits:
Humans
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Male
Language:
English
Journal:
Kuwait Med. J.
Year:
1999
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