VHOSPITAL.CLINIC · Echinococcosis (Hydatid Disease)
Echinococcosis is caused by larval stages of Echinococcus tapeworms, forming slowly growing cysts primarily in the liver and lungs. It is acquired from contact with infected dogs or contaminated food. Surgical removal and albendazole are the main treatments.
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