CompletedNot Applicable

Epidemiological Study of Hydatid Cyst in Najaf City, Iraq

Iraq350 participantsStarted 2021-02-02

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Background Cystic echinococcosis (hydatid cyst) is a significant zoonotic disease endemic to Iraq. Understanding the localized clinical and epidemiological trends is vital for improving surgical outcomes and public health strategies. Objective To determine the epidemiological and clinical profile of patients diagnosed with liver hydatid cysts within the hospitals of Najaf City, Iraq.

Who can participate

Age range9 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: All patients of any age or gender with a radiologically or surgically confirmed diagnosis of liver hydatid cyst Exclusion Criteria: Patients with hydatid cysts located exclusively in extra-hepatic sites (e.g., brain, lung, bone, spleen, or muscle). Patients with severe chronic comorbidities or incomplete medical records were also excluded to ensure data integrity

What they're measuring

To determine the epidemiological and clinical profile of patients diagnosed with liver hydatid cysts within the hospitals of Najaf City, Iraq.

Timeframe: February 2021 to June 2024

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07369674

SponsorAl-Kafeel University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2024-06-05

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