Peritoneal hydatidosis in a young girl

Ghana Med J. 2010 Dec;44(4):163-4. doi: 10.4314/gmj.v44i4.68911.

Abstract

We report a case of peritoneal hydatidosis that occurred post laparotomy. Patient was diagnosed nine months after she had laparotomy for suspected acute appendicitis. The whole peritoneal cavity was studded with cysts. In view of diffuse involvement, patient was managed conservatively and showed response to medical therapy.

Keywords: Conservative management; Endemic; Hydatidosis; Peritoneum.