Unusual presentation of pulmonary hydatidosis mimicking massive pleural effusion

Massive pleural effusions are commonly caused by malignancy, parapneumonic effusion, and tuberculosis. Parasitic infections are rare causes of massive pleural effusion. Echinococcosis or hydatid disease is a major public health problem in poor hygienic environments. The liver and lungs are the most...

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Main Authors: Hanane Haddaoui, Karima Bouytse, Bouchra Daher, Dalal Zagouach1, Mouna soualhi, Jamaleddine Bourkadi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAMJ 2020-02-01
Series:PAMJ Clinical Medicine
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Online Access: https://www.clinical-medicine.panafrican-med-journal.com/content/article/2/75/pdf/75.pdf