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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]; Kalsang Dolma, M.B.B.S.[3]
Overview
If left untreated, alveolar echinococcosis is progressive and can disseminate to other organs systems eventually leading to various clinical syndromes that can lead to death.
Natural History
If left untreated, alveolar echinococcosis is progressive and can disseminate to other organs systems eventually leading to various clinical syndromes that can lead to death.
Complications
The cysts may break open (rupture) and cause severe illness, including:
- Fever
- Low blood pressure
- Shock
- The cysts may also spread throughout the body.
Prognosis
If the cysts respond to oral medication, the likely outcome is good.