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We explored in detail the nationwide existence of Mycobacterium riyadhense in Saudi Arabia. In 18 months, 12 new cases of M. riyadhense infection were observed, predominantly among Saudi nationals, as a cause of pulmonary disease. M. riyadhense may be emerging as a more common pathogen in Saudi Arabia.

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Enfermedades Pulmonares/epidemiología , Micobacterias no Tuberculosas/genética , ARN Ribosómico 16S/genética , Adolescente , Adulto , Anciano , Anciano de 80 o más Años , Antituberculosos/uso terapéutico , Niño , Femenino , Genotipo , Humanos , Enfermedades Pulmonares/tratamiento farmacológico , Enfermedades Pulmonares/microbiología , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Micobacterias no Tuberculosas/clasificación , Micobacterias no Tuberculosas/efectos de los fármacos , Micobacterias no Tuberculosas/aislamiento & purificación , Estudios Prospectivos , Arabia Saudita/epidemiología , Análisis de Secuencia de ADN , Resultado del Tratamiento

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Hydatid disease is one of the most geographically widespread zoonoses with substantial disease burden. In this report we are discussing an unusual case of intra-abdominal HD that was ongoing for 22 years despite two surgical interventions. Significant symptomatic relief was achieved within the first two months of combination therapy with albendazole and praziquantel. HD is still of public health concern in the Middle East that needs optimized care.