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Extrapleural Hydatid Cyst

Imaging findings

A large, multi-cystic lesion in the apical hemithorax that eroded the ribs and extended into the spinal canal, causing cord compression.

Key takeaways

Hydatid cysts can occasionally present in the extrapleural space and behave in an invasive manner, necessitating careful surgical planning.

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