Tropical Parasitology JanJun-2020
Lymphatic filariasis presenting as retroperitoneal cyst
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Filariasis is endemic in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Lymphatic filariasis presents commonly as hydrocele, lymphocele, lymphadenopathy, pitting edema, elephantiasis, or subclinical microfilaremia. Here, we present a case of filariasis presenting as a retroperitoneal cyst, which was diagnosed on identification of microfilaria in the cyst fluid and cyst wall.
Keywords: Filariasis; microfilaria; retroperitoneal cyst.