Echinococcosis
MONDO:0005738A parasitic infection caused by tapeworm larvae of Echinococcus. It affects livestock and humans. It is characterized by the formation of hydatid cysts mainly in the liver, lungs, spleen, and kidneys. Rupture of the cysts may lead to shock.
Also known as: Echinococcus caused disease or disorder, Echinococcus disease or disorder, Echinococcus infectious disease, echinococcosis, echinococcal disease, echinococcosis, unspecified, of liver, hepatic echinococcosis, hydatid disease
9 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a common dewormer stop a rare, deadly liver parasite?
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 2 trial tested the drug albendazole in 194 people with early-stage alveolar echinococcosis, a parasitic liver disease that is nearly always fatal within 10-15 years if untreated. Participants took albendazole twice daily and were monitored with ultrasound to see if the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ministry of Health, Kyrgyzstan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:15 UTC
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Iraqi study maps liver parasite infections to boost local care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at the medical records of 350 people in Najaf, Iraq, who had liver hydatid cysts—a parasitic infection common in the region. Researchers wanted to learn more about who gets the disease and how it shows up, so doctors can better treat and prevent it. The study di…
Sponsor: Al-Kafeel University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Hidden hydatid: shoulder cyst mistaken for benign bump
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis case report describes a 29-year-old man with a rare parasitic cyst in his shoulder muscle that was initially mistaken for a common synovial cyst. After incorrect treatment with steroids caused inflammation, doctors correctly diagnosed it through imaging and surgery. The pati…
Sponsor: Al-Shahba Specialized Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:46 UTC