2014, Volume 7, Issue Spec Iss 2, pp 54 – 57

Echinococcal cyst of the left vas deferens – a case report and literature review

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Correspondence to:Andrei Rădulescu, MD, Urology Clinic, “Dr. Carol Davila” Central Military University Emergency Hospital, 88 Mircea Vulcănescu Street, Bucharest, Romania, Mobile phone: 0040721168281, E-mail: drandreiradulescu@gmail.com

Abstract

Cystic echinococcosis or hydatid disease is an important public health issue, mainly in developing countries, due to its high prevalence. Echinococcus granulosus, a cyclophyllid cestode, the pathogenic parasite found in humans, their intermediate host in its way to the final host, the members of canidae family.

The main sites of infection in humans are the liver and the lungs. There have been recorded Rare locations such as the heart, spleen, muscles or retroperitoneal have also been recorded.

Case presentation: We present the case of a 29-year-old man, living in rural environment, who was admitted in our Clinic for a pelvic cystic tumor and intermittent ureterohydronephrosis. The blood work showed positive antibodies for Echinococcus granulosus. An urethrocystoscopy and the excision of the tumor were performed.

Conclusions: Although rare, the involvement of the male genitourinary tract in cystic echinococcosis is possible and can pose important diagnostic challenges.

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PMC ID: 4391357
PubMed ID: 25870674
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ISSN Printing: 1844-122X
ISSN Online: 1844-3117
Journal Title: Journal of Medicine and Life

Copyright License: Open Access

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