Koosha Rokhzadi; Mohammad Bakhtiar Hesam Shariati; Kaveh Haji-Allahverdipoor; Susan Mohammadi
Abstract
Hydatid cyst, a common ailment affecting both humans and animals, has the potential to develop in various anatomical locations, with the liver and lungs being the primary sites of occurrence. Individuals in endemic regions, particularly those involved in livestock farming, face an increased risk of exposure ...
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Hydatid cyst, a common ailment affecting both humans and animals, has the potential to develop in various anatomical locations, with the liver and lungs being the primary sites of occurrence. Individuals in endemic regions, particularly those involved in livestock farming, face an increased risk of exposure to this parasitic disease. The cysts can concurrently manifest in multiple areas of the body, highlighting the intricate nature of their presentation. Despite often being asymptomatic, early detection of hydatid cysts is crucial for effective intervention. Diagnostic tools such as ultrasound, CT scans, and serological tests play a pivotal role in identifying these cysts, even without overt symptoms. The insidious progression of hydatid cysts allows them to persist asymptomatically over prolonged periods, posing a latent threat. However, the rupture of these cysts, whether spontaneous or triggered by external factors, can result in severe consequences, potentially leading to fatality. This study reports a compelling case involving a 41-year-old woman investigating the causes of infertility. Through comprehensive examinations, multiple hydatid cysts were serendipitously discovered in her liver, spleen, and kidneys. This case underscores the diverse anatomical locations these cysts can occupy and emphasizes the significance of vigilant diagnostic approaches, even in individuals initially presenting with unrelated concerns such as infertility.
Majid Safarpanah; Mehran Hiradfar
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In recent years, laparoscopy has become a popular surgical method. Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgery, which results in minor traumas in comparison with conventional open surgeries. There are several risk factors associated with laparoscopy based on the involved organ and the patient’s ...
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In recent years, laparoscopy has become a popular surgical method. Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgery, which results in minor traumas in comparison with conventional open surgeries. There are several risk factors associated with laparoscopy based on the involved organ and the patient’s general situations. Due to the improvements of clinical approaches, laparoscopic splenectomy has been known as a gold standard method for spleen removal as a result of various diseases, such as ITP. The human spleen plays a key immunologic role in defense against a number of organisms, particularly encapsulated bacteria. The spleen can cause significant morbidity and/or hematologic disturbance if it becomes hyperfunction (hypersplenism) or hypertrophied (splenomegaly). Laparoscopic surgery for cancer is also an appropriate procedure if good tissue handling techniques are maintained. In this study, we attempted to review the results obtained from recent articles about the beneficial features of the laparoscopic splenotectomy in comparison with conventional open surgery.