# Long-Term Follow-Up of a Complicated Rupture of Multiorgan Hydatid Cysts: A Case Report

## TL;DR

This case report describes a rare and complicated rupture of hydatid cysts in multiple organs and its surgical management with a two-year follow-up.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in the detailed long-term follow-up of a rare multiorgan hydatid cyst rupture case.

## Key findings

- A rare case of hydatid cyst rupture involving the liver, stomach, and spleen was surgically managed.
- A two-year follow-up showed successful management of the complicated hydatid disease.
- Spontaneous rupture of such cysts is a critical emergency requiring prompt surgical intervention.

## Abstract

Hydatid disease (echinococcosis) remains a serious health problem in underdeveloped countries. Although the liver is the primary site of infection, other organs may also be involved. Multifocal involvement of multiple abdominal organs is rare but can occur. Spontaneous cyst rupture constitutes a critical surgical emergency with significant mortality. We discussed a case managed surgically for perforated hydatid disease. A two-year follow-up of a giant complicated cyst involving the liver, stomach, and spleen was presented.