Coexistence of pulmonary hydatid cyst and tuberculosis in a child: a case report

Abstract Background The echinococcosis and tuberculosis of the lungs are both endemic in Algeria. The coexistence of echinococcosis and tuberculosis in the same lobe of the lung is exceptional. Case presentation A 10-year-old girl was admitted with a history of productive cough, fever, and chest pai...

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Main Authors: Assia Haif, Djelloul Achouri, Halima Bougharnout, Asma Chahmana, Fahima Bouchareb, Boubakeur Bendecheche, Zineddine Soualili
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2022-08-01
Series:Annals of Pediatric Surgery
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s43159-022-00198-9