Serpent Sign in Ruptured Pulmonary Hydatid Cyst: a Rare and Important Finding

Hydatid cyst disease in humans is an important health problem that can be encountered in all geographies, more frequently in some parts of the world. Intact cysts in endemic areas can be easily diagnosed radiologically. When the hydatid cyst ruptures, it can be confused with many malignant and benign diseases. Serpent sign in ruptured pulmonary hydatid cyst should be kept in mind as a rare but important radiological finding for diagnosis.

Automated summary

The serpent sign is a rare but important radiological finding for diagnosing ruptured pulmonary hydatid cyst, especially in endemic areas.