Question
Identify the liver condition as represented in the CT scan picture below ?
A. Amoebic liver abscess.
B. Pyogenic liver abscess.
C. Hydatid disease.
D. Ascending cholangitis.
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Correct Answer » C
Explanation
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The liver condition as represented in the CT scan picture above represents Water lily sign as seen in Hydatid disease.
Many hydatid cysts remain asymptomatic, even into advanced age. The parasite load, the site, and the size of the cysts determine the degree of symptoms. A history of living in or visiting an endemic area must be established. Also, exposure to the parasite through the ingestion of foods or water contaminated by the feces of a definitive host must be determined.
Theoretically, echinococcosis can involve any organ. The liver is the most common organ involved, followed by the lungs. These 2 organs account for 90% of cases of echinococcosis.
