Hepatic cyst in a Turkana woman - case report.

An unusual case of hepatic hydatid cyst in a 27-year old female is reported. The patient had abdominal distention of 10-year duration, pain, pallor of mucous membranes, and was grossly wasted. Ultrasonography revealed a large hydatid cyst that covered most of the abdomen. A successful surgical intervention was performed and 24 litres of hydatid fluid drained.