What Is the Treatment of Hydatid Disease of Lung?

Pulmonary hydatid disease (echinococcosis of the lung) requires a structured treatment approach that combines surgical intervention with postoperative medical management to address the cyst and reduce the risk of recurrence.

The established approach centres on surgical removal of the cyst using cystotomy and capitonnage (Posadas method), aiming to preserve lung parenchyma, followed by postoperative albendazole therapy. Full dosing schedule, duration, and administration details are available in the complete protocol —

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References

DOI: 10.5152/eurasianjmed.2025.24761

Surgical intervention is the primary treatment for pulmonary hydatid cysts.

The most effective surgical method is cystotomy and capitonnage while maintaining the integrity of the lung parenchyma to the greatest extent possible.

The most frequently employed surgical technique in the treatment of pulmonary hydatid cysts is cystotomy and capitonnage, which is the Posadas method.

In cases of intact pulmonary hydatid cysts, albendazole treatment should be given postoperatively to prevent cyst rupture, asphyxia, and anaphylaxis.

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