Year: 2023
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Neurocysticercosis is prevalent in northeastern regions due to local dietary practices involving pork meat and abundant green leafy vegetables. Initial manifestations often include recurring seizures, with affected individuals, influenced by social stigmas, opting for home remedies over seeking medical treatment. Common symptoms include late-onset seizures, headaches, and intracranial hypertension. Diagnosis relies on radiological imaging and identification of specific antigens and antibodies in the bloodstream and cerebrospinal fluid. Affected patients require an extended course of antiepileptic medications and vigilant monitoring for seizure recurrence and potential hydrocephalus development. This case report details a 42-year-old female patient with multiple neurocysticercosis lesions, emphasizing the importance of long-term follow-up and management in such cases.
Authors: Deep Dutta, Shameem Ahmed, Abhigyan Borkotoky
Institutions: Apollo Hospitals, Apollo Hospitals, Apollo Hospitals
Language: English
Subfield: Parasitology
Field: Immunology and Microbiology
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4396867033