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World J Radiol. Jun 28, 2024; 16(6): 139-167
Published online Jun 28, 2024. doi: 10.4329/wjr.v16.i6.139
Table 5 Stage-specific treatments of hepatic hydatid cysts recommended by World Health Organization Informal Working Group on Echinococcosis
WHO-IWGE classification
Surgery
Percutaneous treatment
Drug therapy
Suggested optimal treatment
CE1YesYes< 5 cm
Albendazole
> 5 cm
PAIR + Albendazole
CE2YesYesYesNon-PAIR percutaneous treatment + Albendazole
CE3aYesYes< 5 cm
Albendazole
> 5 cm
PAIR + Albendazole
CE3bYesYesYesNon-PAIR percutaneous treatment + Albendazole
CE4Watch and wait
CE5Watch and wait