TY - BOOK ED - World Health Organization TI - Puncture, Aspiration, Injection, Re-aspiration: an option for the treatment of cystic echinococcosis AV - WC 840 .W46 2001 PY - 2001/// CY - Geneva PB - World Health Organization KW - Punctures|Injections|Echinococcosis|World Health Organization N1 - Provides information on Puncture, Aspiration, Injection, Re-aspiration (PAIR), which is a therapeutic option that complements surgery, which was considered the only treatment for cystic echinococcosis. Discusses the use of PAIR, which is considered an effective alternative to surgery and chemotherapy, in the treatment of cystic echinococcosis. Includes the risks of PAIR procedure, as well as the benefits. Gives the details of the steps to take in performing PAIR ER -