Imaging Findings of Hepatic Paragonimiasis: A Case Report
Journal of Korean Medical Science
; : 759-762, 2004.
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ABSTRACT
Hepatic paragonimiasis is a rare form of ectopic infestation caused by Paragonimus. We experienced a case of hepatic paragonimiasis that showed characteristic imaging findings. CT and MR images showed a cluster of small cysts with rim enhancement in the subcapsular area of the liver. This finding seems to be characteristic for hepatic paragonimiasis, considering imaging findings in paragonimiasis involving other organs.
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Main subject:
Paragonimiasis
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Paragonimus westermani
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Liver
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
Journal of Korean Medical Science
Year:
2004
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Article