Muscle-sparing approach for recurrent hydatidosis of the thigh and psoas: report of a rare case

This report emphasizes the importance of conservative treatment for a benign disease like diffuse recurrent hydatidosis. A muscle- or nerve-sparing attempt should always be performed and prolonged medical therapy is the mainstay of treatment. The risk/benefit ratio should always be analyzed in order to avoid extended surgical resections that may result in possible disability. Rare manifestations of neglected diseases are extremely important, especially for inexperienced physicians.