Neurocysticercosis
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: A BSTRACT Neurocysticercosis (NCC) is a parasitic infection of the central nervous system caused by the larval stage of Taenia solium . It is endemic in regions with poor sanitation and poses a major health concern in developing countries. The condition frequently presents with neurological symptoms such as seizures, headaches, and focal deficits. We report the case of a 36-year-old male who presented with a 4-month history of involuntary movements involving all four limbs, accompanied by tongue biting and up-rolling of the eyeballs, occurring approximately twice a month. The last episode was reported 1 month prior to the presentation. The patient had a prior history of seizures occurring at night. Magnetic resonance imaging of the brain revealed multiple colloidal vesicular stage lesions of NCC involving the bilateral thalamic and periventricular white matter. A diagnosis of NCC was confirmed. This case highlights the importance of considering NCC in patients presenting with new-onset seizures in endemic regions. Early neuroimaging and appropriate antiparasitic therapy are crucial for effective management.
Authors: Varunsingh Saggu, Damini Patel, Sneha Verma, Cyril Sajan, Hemraj Singh Rajput, Rajesh Hadia
Institution: Suamandeep Vidyapeeth University
Language: English
Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4413783129