👉 Encystation is a medical condition where a tissue or organ becomes enclosed within another structure, usually in the form of a cyst. It can occur in various organs and systems, such as the heart, lungs, kidneys, brain, and joints. Encystation typically occurs due to an infection or inflammation that leads to swelling or inflammation around a specific area. This process is called "encysting," which means it starts at one end and spreads outward towards another end. Encysted tissues may