Managing Uncommon Forms of Hydatid Disease in Surgery

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This presentation delves into the complex nature of primary hydatid disease, highlighting its rare peritoneal manifestation often confused with tumours. Through examining a case of abdominal distension mistaken for an ovarian tumour, the session explores surgical observations, including the discovery of peritoneal cysts and their saline excision. It further addresses the complications, notably anaphylactic shock managed by adrenaline and subsequent relaparotomy due to caecal gangrene. The...