A retrovesical echinococcal cyst: unusual cause of acute urinary retention.
In a middle-aged man a rare case of echinococcal cyst of the retrovesical space is reported as a very unusual cause of acute urinary retention. The discussion points out the difference between primary and secondary hydatid cyst of the retroperitoneum, the diagnostic problems and a suggested treatment is given.
D004443:Echinococcosis / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012187:Retroperitoneal Space; D014555:Urination Disorders / Q000209:etiology*