HEPATOBILIARY IMAGING FINDINGS OF HUMAN PARASITIC INFECTIONS : A CASE REPORT

Abstract

Parasitic infections due to protozoa and helminths are responsible for substantial morbidity and mortality
wordwide. In recent decades the number of human parasitic infections were recognized significantly in Viet Nam. These diseases are increasing seem to be involved in poor sanitation, dietery habits, global climate changes and pathogens. Most of damaged organs were brain, liver, gallblader, biliary tract, lung, skin… but impacted on hepatobiliary system, with more severe complications. Radiological image findings can demonstrate characteristic changes and assist in the diagnosis of parasitic infections.