Imaging Characteristics and Diagnostic Challenges of Alveolar Hydatid Disease in The Liver: A Comprehensive Analysis
Journal Title: International Journal of Experimental Research and Review - Year 2024, Vol 39, Issue 3
Abstract
Alveolar Hydatid Disease (AHD) of the liver, primarily caused by the parasitic infection Echinococcus multilocularis, presents a formidable diagnostic challenge. This disease mimics a range of hepatic conditions, complicating accurate identification and timely treatment. Our study aimed to delineate the distinct imaging characteristics of AHD, facilitating better diagnostic accuracy. In this prospective study, we analysed the imaging results from thirty-five patients with confirmed AHD, either through pathology or serology. Utilizing contrast-enhanced Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), we thoroughly evaluated the radiological signatures specific to AHD. The findings demonstrated that amorphous calcifications, a hallmark of AHD, were consistently present across all patients in CT scans. MRI revealed a predominant pattern of large solid lesions accompanied by significant cystic or necrotic components. These imaging traits are critical in differentiating AHD from other hepatic diseases, such as hepatocellular carcinoma or metastatic liver disease, which often present with similar symptoms but require vastly different treatment approaches. Our study underscores the necessity of recognizing these specific imaging patterns early in the diagnostic process, a step that is crucial for the implementation of effective treatment strategies. In conclusion, this study provides valuable insights into the imaging characteristics of AHD, highlighting the role of advanced imaging techniques in improving diagnostic accuracy. These findings are a significant contribution to the medical field, especially for radiologists and clinicians dealing with hepatic diseases, enhancing patient outcomes through precise diagnosis and timely intervention.
Authors and Affiliations
Maria Wani, Aala Muzamil, Ayaan Altaf, Feroze A Shaheen
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP735996
- DOI 10.52756/ijerr.2024.v39spl.013
- Views 47
- Downloads 0
Bilateral Teleoperation with a Shared Design of Master and Slave Devices for Robotic Excavators in Agricultural Applications
The main objective of this study is to develop a shared design of master and slave devices for bilateral teleoperation mechanisms used for robotic excavators in agricultural applications. In robot teleoperation research,...
A comparative study of different security issues in MANET
In a MANET (Mobile Ad-Hoc Network), an intruder can attempt to gain unlawful access to the network to obtain sensitive information. These attacks can occur at various network layers, and different attacks can be carried...
An IoT-based soil analysis system using optical sensors and multivariate regression
Food is the primary requirement for the survival of any living being on this planet. The rapid increment in the population is a major concern for adequate food production due to the depletion of agricultural land, which...
Population dynamics on soil insects in Greater Kolkata, West Bengal: A review
Soil is the natural habitat for microorganisms, plants and animals. Insects are the most diverse groups of organisms on earth and have adapted a wide range of habitats. Soil is the weathered surface of the earth’s crust...
Effective medical leaf identification using hybridization of GMM-CNN
Medical plants play a vital role in curing many diseases. These plants, along with their leaves, have medicinal values. If these leaves are identified appropriately, they can be chosen directly to have more significant r...