Publication Name	World Journal of Hepatology
Manuscript ID	123946
Country	Pakistan

Category	Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Manuscript Type	Minireviews
Article Title	Hepatic hydatid cyst disease in low- and middle-income countries: Spectrum of imaging findings and complications
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Kumail Khandwala, Mariam Sajjad, Zainab Hussain, Mohammad Zeeshan and Kiran Hilal
Funding Agency and Grant Number
Corresponding Author	Kiran Hilal, Associate Professor, Department of Radiology, Aga Khan University, National Stadium Road, Karachi 74500, Pakistan. kiran.hilal@aku.edu
Key Words	Hydatid cyst; Liver; Imaging; Ultrasound; Computed tomography; Magnetic resonance imaging; Echinococcosis; Complications
Core Tip	Hepatic hydatid disease is highly prevalent in low- and middle-income countries, where imaging is central to diagnosis, staging, and management. This pictorial review demonstrates the spectrum of imaging findings across ultrasound, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging, emphasizing practical, resource-adapted interpretation. Key typical and atypical features, complications, and characteristic radiologic signs are illustrated alongside the World Health Organization-Informal Working Group on Echinococcosis classification to reinforce standardized staging. By focusing on commonly available modalities and real-world diagnostic challenges, this review aims to improve recognition, guide treatment decisions, and enhance diagnostic accuracy, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
Citation	Khandwala K, Sajjad M, Hussain Z, Zeeshan M, Hilal K. Hepatic hydatid cyst disease in low- and middle-income countries: Spectrum of imaging findings and complications. World J Hepatol 2026; In press

Received	2026-06-03 00:46
Peer-Review Started	2026-06-03 00:48
First Decision by Editorial Office Director
Return for Revision	2026-07-10 06:13
Revised	2026-07-15 08:20
Publication Fee Transferred
Second Decision by Editor	2026-07-27 02:43
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-07-27 09:58
Articles in Press	2026-07-27 09:58
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