Impact of fluorescence-guided surgery on splenic preservation: A case of splenic hydatidosis
作者
Kshitija Nalawade, Prasad Bhukebag, Avinash Supe, Roy Patankar
卷期/出版年月
58卷3期 (2025/5)
頁次
131-134
摘要
Echinococcus granulosus is a parasitic species associated with hydatid disease or Echinococcosis. The disease manifests in the form of cysts deposited in various parts of the body. These hydatid cysts are primarily seen in the liver and lungs. The life cycle of this parasite primarily involves dogs as the definitive hosts, whereas sheep and other livestock often serve as intermediate hosts. Humans may end up becoming accidental hosts from infestation occurring due to ingestion of viable cysts. Hydatid disease continues to be a common health problem in many countries. Although this condition predominantly affects the liver (50%–70%) and lungs (15%–30%), spleen is the third most affected organ. Splenic hydatid cyst is a rare parasitic infestation caused by the larval stage (proctoscolex) of the Ecchinococcus tapeworm with an incidence rate of 2% to 5%. We present a case of a 60-year-old female who was diagnosed with a large splenic hydatid cyst and was successfully treated using fluorescence-guided laparoscopic surgery. The patient had an uneventful postoperative course. This case highlights the utility of fluorescence-guided surgery in splenic preservation.
關鍵詞
Case report; Ecchinococcosis; Ecchinococcus granulosus; Fluorescence-guided surgery; Indocyanine green; Laparoscopic surgery; Splenic hydatidosis; Splenic hydatid disease; Splenic preservation surgery