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Multitude Symptoms in a Case of Giant Neurocysticercosis: A Case Report with Review of Literature

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Neurocysticercosis (NCC) is a parasitic infection that affects the central nervous system and is caused by the larval stage of the pork tapeworm Taenia solium . There are two forms in the brain: parenchymal and extra-parenchymal, also known as racemose. The clinical manifestation of cysticercosis cysts is quite variable and varies significantly from one patient to another. Diagnosing NCC clinically is difficult; however, the introduction of advanced brain imaging techniques has improved the accuracy of diagnosis. The primary focus of this case study was to re-emphasize its multitude of manifestations and include a discussion of the diagnostic modalities and treatment options.

Source: Journal of Primary Care Specialties

DOI: 10.4103/jopcs.jopcs_24_24

Authors: Anurag Singh, Anuragani Verma, Shalini Rawat, Mala Sagar

Institution: King George's Medical University

Language: English

Topic: Parasitic infections in humans and animals

Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4405278002

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