Echinococcus

Alternative names:

hydatid disease; hydatidosis

Treatment:

The definitive treatment is to remove the cysts surgically if the location of the cysts and the patient's condition permit the procedure. Treatment with chemotherapy is an alternative for inoperable cysts.

Expectations (prognosis):

The probable outcome is good for people with surgically removed cysts but less favorable when secondary cysts develop.

Complications:

Medications may produce side effects.

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms of this disorder develop.