Infected Hydatid Cyst In The Lumbar Muscle: A Case Report

Abstract

Hydatid cysts disease most frequently affects the liver and the lunges. Retroperitoneal location is very rare. The infection by Echinococcus granulosus transmitted usually by contaminated vegetables especially in the rural areas.  Most patients are asymptomatic. In this paper we present a case report of hydatid cyst disease in the lumborum (lumber) muscle diagnosed preoperatively via CT scan and serology exams