Spinal hydatid cyst initially diagnosed as spinal tumor: A case report and review of the literature

Abstract

Key Clinical Message The spinal hydatid cyst is a benign pathology but has considerable morbidity. It should be considered as a differential diagnosis in patients having signs and symptoms of spinal compression, particularly in endemic areas.

Keywords

• case report
• hydatid cyst
• hydatidosis
• parasitic infection
• spinal hydatidosis