Hydatid disease, caused by the parasite Echinococcus granulosus, is a serious public health problem in endemic areas. Although the liver and lung
are the most commonly involved organs, echinococcosis can occur in virtually all viscera
and soft tissues.
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Primary pancreatic hydatid disease is extremely rare, accounting for 0.2% to 2% of
all hydatid cases.
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The best treatment for hydatid disease is surgical, and the rate of recurrence has
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Accepted:
October 7,
2005
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