Echinococcus granulosus infection, thyroid gland
ICD-10 B67.31 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of echinococcus granulosus infection, thyroid gland.
Echinococcus granulosus infection, commonly known as hydatid disease, is a parasitic infection caused by the larval stage of the Echinococcus granulosus tapeworm. This helminthic infection primarily affects the liver and lungs but can also involve other organs, including the thyroid gland. The infection occurs when humans ingest eggs from contaminated food or water, leading to the formation of cysts in various tissues. In the thyroid gland, these cysts can cause symptoms such as swelling, pain, and dysfunction of thyroid hormone production. Diagnosis is typically made through imaging studies, such as ultrasound or CT scans, which reveal cystic lesions. Treatment often involves surgical intervention to remove the cysts, and antiparasitic medications like albendazole may be used to prevent recurrence. The management of Echinococcus infections requires a multidisciplinary approach, including endocrinology and infectious disease specialists, to address both the parasitic infection and any resultant thyroid dysfunction.
Thorough documentation of thyroid function tests and imaging results.
Patients presenting with thyroid nodules or dysfunction.
Need for collaboration with infectious disease specialists for comprehensive management.
Detailed history of exposure and diagnostic imaging findings.
Patients with travel history to endemic areas presenting with cystic lesions.
Awareness of the need for antiparasitic treatment and follow-up.
Performed for removal of hydatid cysts in the thyroid.
Operative report detailing the procedure and findings.
Endocrinologists and surgeons must collaborate for optimal outcomes.
Symptoms may include swelling in the neck, pain, and signs of thyroid dysfunction such as fatigue, weight changes, and changes in mood due to hormonal imbalances.
