title: [Isolated retroperitoneal hydatid cyst. Apropos of 2 new cases].
abstract: Hydatid disease in endemic countries is common but an isolated retroperitoneal localisation is rare. After a review of the aetiopathogenesis and clinical aspects, the authors express the opinion that safe, rapid and reliable technique of echotomography is the key investigation in obtaining a positive diagnosis. In terms of its course, the histopathological appearances are those of a locally malignant tumour which as a preferential and severe effect on renal function. Surgery is the only valid method for eradication of the parasite and freeing the urinary tract.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D004443:Echinococcosis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009018:Morocco; D012187:Retroperitoneal Space; D014463:Ultrasonography
vernacular_title: Le kyste hydatique rétropéritonéal isolé. A propos de deux nouveaux cas.