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Seroprevalence and Risk Factors of Cystic Echinococcosis in Cattle and Buffaloes: Insights From an In‐House ELISA

Veterinary Medicine and Science, Volume 12, Issue 2, March 2026.
This study reveals widespread exposure to Echinococcus granulosus in cattle and buffaloes across Punjab, Pakistan (overall seroprevalence 45.81%), with marked geographic, species, age, sex and breed‐related differences. Findings highlight high‐risk areas and support targeted, One Health–based surveillance and control strategies.
Mughees Aizaz Alvi, Talha Javaid, Majed H. Wakid, Hong‐Bin Yan, Muhammad Wasim Usmani, Li Li, Warda Qamar, Aliza Ali, Junaid Amjed, Wan‐Zhong Jia, Muhammad Saqib   +10 more
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Echinococcus granulosus: Cure for Cancer Revisited [PDF]

Frontiers in Medicine, 2018
Whereas a number of parasites are well recognized risk factors for a number of different cancers in mammalian hosts, there is limited information on the ability of parasitic organisms to induce anticancer effects. There are conflicting reports that echinococcosis, caused by the canine tapeworm Echinococcus granulosus, can decrease or increase cancer ...
Shiwanthi L. Ranasinghe, Donald P. McManus   +1 more
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Transdiaphragmatic Rupture of Hepatic Hydatid Cyst With Pleural Effusion and Daughter Cysts: A Case Report and Literature Review

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Trans‐diaphragmatic rupture of a hepatic hydatid cyst, can manifesting as a pleural effusion with daughter cysts, which could be an uncommon but serious complication. Prompt diagnosis through imaging and timely surgical intervention are critical to prevent life‐threatening outcomes in endemic areas.
Zahra Sadin, Manochehr Aghajanzadeh, Mohammadreza Sadin, Mohaya Farzin   +3 more
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Pneumomediastinum and Pneumothorax as Rare Complications of Ruptured Pulmonary Hydatid Cyst: A Case Report

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 1, January 2026.
ABSTRACT Ruptured hydatid cyst should be considered when encountering spontaneous pneumothorax and pneumomediastinum, especially in young patients in regions with high prevalence of hydatid cyst. Awareness of atypical signs ensures instant diagnosis, guiding appropriate surgical and medical treatment to prevent serious complications.
Farzaneh Akbari, Farid poursadegh, Marzie Noori, Amir Hossein Jafarian, Mahnaz Mozdorian, Fariba Rezaeetalab   +5 more
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Giant intra-abdominal hydatid cysts with multivisceral locations [PDF]

, 2008
The disseminated intra-peritoneal hydatid disease is a very rare finding. A case of disseminated intra abdominal hydatid disease is presented along with a review of literature and various therapeutic ...
Kaushal, Satinder Singh, Mahesh, DM, Mokta, Jitender K, Raina, Rajiv, Raina, Sujeet, Sood, Vivek   +5 more
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Investigation of risk factors for Echinococcus coproantigen positivity in dogs in the Alay valley, Kyrgyzstan [PDF]

, 2015
Echinococcosis caused by the zoonotic cestodes Echinococcus granulosus (sensu lato) and Echinococcus multilocularis is highly endemic in the Central Asian Republic of Kyrgyzstan, and is increasingly being identified as public health problem especially ...
Craig, P S, Mastin, A, Mytynova, B, Rogan, M T, Torgerson, Paul R, Tursunov, T, van Kesteren, F, Ziadinov, I   +7 more
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Hydatid Cyst in a Post‐Tuberculosis Patient: A Persistent Pulmonary Puzzle – A Case Report

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 1, January 2026.
ABSTRACT Pulmonary tuberculosis and hydatid cyst are two distinct pathologies with vastly different etiologies and management approaches, yet they share common risk factors and pulmonary involvement. This rare and unique case of a hydatid cyst occurring in a post‐tuberculosis patient adds to the limited literature and highlights the diagnostic and ...
Abdul Rehman Shahid, Amina Asad, Janmejay Kumar Singh, Malik Muhammad Kabir, Kainat Husain, Khalil El Abdi, Fazeela Bibi, Muhammad Hassan, Bilal Aslam, Said Hamid Sadat   +9 more
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Italian wolves (Canis lupus italicus Altobello, 1921) and molecular detection of taeniids in the Foreste Casentinesi National Park, Northern Italian Apennines [PDF]

, 2017
After centuries of massive decline, the recovery of the wolf (Canis lupus italicus) in Italy is a typical conservation success story. To learn more about the possible role of parasites in the wolves' individual and population health and conservation we ...
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Primary Spinal Intradural Hydatid Cysts in a Child With Progressive Paraparesis: A Case Report and Literature Review

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 1, January 2026.
ABSTRACT Primary spinal hydatid cyst is an uncommon form of echinococcosis, which may cause focal neurological deficits. We report an extremely rare case of spinal hydatic cyst with several diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. A 4‐year‐old boy was referred to our medical center suffering from progressive lower back pain, weakness and numbness in both
Afshar Abolhasani, Abdolnaser Farzan, Amirreza Keyvanfar, Mahtab Khodabandelu   +3 more
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Morphometrical and molecular identification of Echinococcus granulosus genotypes in wild canids in north of Iran

Veterinary Medicine and Science
Background/Objective The cestode Echinococcus granulosus causes cystic echinococcosis, a zoonotic parasitic infection that constitutes a significant public health risk.
Moein Abolhasani Darounkola, Elahe Ebrahimzadeh, Hassan Borji, Mohammadreza Khoshvaght   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source