A rare case of intracranial brain mass with an unexpected diagnosis: Hydatid cyst

Abstract

The hydatid cyst remains a common disorder in areas where it is endemic. The prognosis is greatly improved by early diagnosis and treatment, thus accurate differential diagnosis is essential. Since hydatid cysts are frequently misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed, it is essential to thoroughly investigate their clinical and imaging characteristics. In this article, we highlighted the diagnostic and therapeutic steps that led to the identification of a hydatid cyst, which had previously been misdiagnosed despite consistent clinical and radiological evidence.

Keywords: Hydatid cyst, liver, brain, emergency department.