Echinococcosis

ICD-10 Code B67

Echinococcosis

Definition

A parasitic infection caused by tapeworm larvae of Echinococcus. It affects livestock and humans. It is characterized by the formation of hydatid cysts mainly in the liver, lungs, spleen, and kidneys. Rupture of the cysts may lead to shock.

Also known as echinococcosis, Echinococcus caused disease or disorder, Echinococcus disease or disorder, Echinococcus infectious disease — per MONDO

Also identified as

Drugs indicated

Drug Relation Source
Albendazole may treat MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work)