Conclusion:
This case presents a unique occurrence of echinococcal superinfection in
a background of polycystic liver disease. Typically, echinococcosis is
not observed in the context of polycystic liver disease, possibly due to
the unfavorable conditions for colonization by the worm. This previously
unreported event highlights the importance of considering echinococcosis
as a diagnostic possibility even in cases of polycystic liver disease.
It also underscores the significance of a multidisciplinary approach in
diagnosing and managing patients suspected of having a new cyst.
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