From Ultrasound To MRI: Imaging Modalities in the Early Diagnosis of Congenital Cerebral Toxoplasmosis
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Congenital toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection caused by Toxoplasma gondii, a protozoan parasite that can be transmitted from an infected mother to her fetus during pregnancy. While it often goes unnoticed in many individuals due to mild or absent symptoms, when contracted in utero, it can have severe consequences, particularly affecting the neurological development of the newborn. Neurological congenital toxoplasmosis is one of the most serious outcomes of this infection and is associated with a range of complications that can have long-term effects on a child’s development and quality of life. Therefore, it is essential to incorporate screening methods for all pregnant women as part of routine prenatal care. We report the case of new born presenting a cerebral toxoplasmosis. Key words: Newborn, toxoplasmosis, TORSH, calcifications, MRI.
Language: English
Subfield: Parasitology
Field: Immunology and Microbiology
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4413878422