Conclusion and Results
According to the present study, hydatid cysts of the peritoneum and
omentum, despite considerably low prevalence, may occur in association
with hydatid cysts in other regions of the body, including the liver and
spleen. Although these cysts are usually a result of abdominal trauma or
hydatid cyst surgery, they can also be caused by hematologic or
lymphatic dissemination or by rupture of the cyst adventitia. CT scan
still remains the best diagnostic method for hydatid cyst, but the
appearance of peritoneal and omental hydatid cyst may be mistaken for
malignant lesions and peritoneal seeding. This case is significant as
misdiagnosis may delay treatment and lead to risks of rupture,
peritonitis and anaphylactic shock and imminent death. Surgery and
removal of the cyst along with anthelmintic treatment is the best method
of treatment in these cases and can prevent the aforementioned
complications and improve the survival of the patients.