El Mahi Nadia, Siouri Hajar, Mojahid Amal, Haddar Karim, Ziani Hamid, Nasri Siham, Kamaoui Imane, Skiker Imane
Department of Radiology, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, University Mohammed First, Oujda, Morocco.
Radiol Case Rep. 2025 Jan 7;20(3):1691-1694. doi: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.12.035. eCollection 2025 Mar.
Echinococcosis, or hydatid disease, is an endemic disease that affects many regions worldwide and remains a significant public health issue in areas with high endemicity. It is caused by an infection with the dog tapeworm Echinococcus granulosus, which is transmitted to humans either through direct contact with dogs or by ingesting contaminated food. This disease primarily affects internal organs, particularly the liver and lungs. Although virtually all organ systems can be involved, bone involvement is possible, especially in the femur. This report presents a case of an extensive hydatid cyst in the femoral bone of a 43-year-old woman, diagnosed late, highlighting the silent nature of bone echinococcosis due to its long latency period. Radiological examinations play a crucial role in the diagnosis, particularly when the disease is detected at an advanced stage. This case emphasizes the importance of early detection through imaging to allow for appropriate management and prevent complications.
棘球蚴病，又称包虫病，是一种在全球许多地区流行的疾病，在高流行地区仍然是一个重大的公共卫生问题。它是由感染犬绦虫细粒棘球绦虫引起的，通过直接接触狗或摄入受污染的食物传播给人类。这种疾病主要影响内部器官，特别是肝脏和肺。虽然几乎所有器官系统都可能受累，但骨骼受累也是可能的，尤其是在股骨。本报告介绍了一名43岁女性股骨广泛包虫囊肿的病例，诊断较晚，突出了骨棘球蚴病由于潜伏期长而具有的隐匿性。放射学检查在诊断中起着关键作用，特别是在疾病晚期被检测到时。该病例强调了通过影像学进行早期检测以进行适当管理和预防并发症的重要性。
