Primary extrahepatic hydatid cyst of the soft tissue: a case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Hydatid disease of the soft tissue is an exceedingly uncommon site to be affected by the tapeworm <it>Echinococcus</it>. The presentation is often vague and misleading. The diagnostic armamentarium has to be supplemented by a meticulously taken history and clinical examination.</p> <p>Case presentation</p> <p>The present case report describes a 33-year-old Saudi male with a painless swelling in the right buttock which turned out to be a primary hydatid disease of the soft tissue. The lump was successfully excised surgically and the patient had an uneventful discharge.</p> <p>Conclusion</p> <p>Surgical excision of the extrahepatic hydatid disease remains the mainstay of treatment; although medical treatment is available for the recurrent and disseminated disease.</p