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5 articles for “Hydatid”
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Giant Primary Hydatid Cyst of Spleen—A Rare Clinical Entity
Abstract: Hydatid cyst (echinococcosis) is a zoonotic disease, caused by infestation of larval form of parasite of tapeworm, Echinococcus granulosus (eg). Humans are infected through faeco-oral route by the ingestion of food and milk, contaminated by dog faeces containing the ova of parasite or by direct contact with dog. Liver is the commonly involved organ (57.8%) followed by the lungs (26.4%). The kidneys, spleen, brain, soft tissues of neck, appendix and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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Accidentally Diagnosed Hepatic Hydatid Cyst: A Case Report
Abstract: Hydatid disease is a parasitic infection by a tape worm of Genus Echinococcus. It is a zoonotic disease that occurs throughout the world. The life cycle of E. granulosus alternates between herbivores and carnivores (Such as sheep & Dogs). Man is an accidental intermediate host and a dead end in parasites life cycle. The oral entry of parasite finds its host organ as intestinal mucosa where they develop into adult …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Primary Hydatid Cyst of Spleen, A Rare Occurrence: A Case Report
Abstract: Hydatid disease, a zoonosis occur worldwide, but more prevalent in sheep and cattle raising areas. Common site of involvement is liver followed by lungs. Primary involvement of spleen, i.e., without involving other organs, occur in 0.9% to 8.0% of cases. We report a case of histopathologically confirmed primary hydatid cyst of the spleen in a 60-year-old female. Keywords: Hydatid cyst, spleen, zoonosis, triple layered wall, brood capsules Cite this ArticleKavita …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 27–29 Read article
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Histopathological Findings of Endometrium and its clinico-pathological co-relation
Abstract: Background: Endometrial diseases are ranked among the most common gynecological disorders that affect women globally. These diseases cut across all age groups and contribute significantly to increased morbidity and mortality. Aim: To establish a database with respect to histopathological patterns and frequencies of endometrial diseases in women of various age groups. Materials and Methods: This prospective study was conducted in a Tertiary care Hospital in Sangli (Maharashtra) for a period …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Neurocystic Lesions: Anatomical, Surgical and Radiological Study
Abstract: Cystic lesions tend to be underestimated most of the times. These lesions are not uncommon. The brain is a common site of cysts. Clinically, they can be asymptomatic in the brain or sometimes be present with clinical symptomatology. The incidence and prevalence of brain cysts may differ in different parts of the world as many cysts are parasitic in nature and some parasites are endemic. The present article presents an …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 20–24 Read article