2017
DOI: 10.4103/sni.sni_157_17
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Treatment of racemose neurocysticercosis

Abstract: Background:Neurocysticercosis (NCC) is a common parasitic infection of the central nervous system, caused by the tapeworm Taenia solium. It is endemic to certain parts of the world, including Central America, South America, Asia, and Africa. The racemose form, characterized by extraparenchymal location, increased morbidity and mortality, and large loculated cystic lesions, is rarely seen in industrialized countries, such as the United States. The management of racemose neurocysticercosis (RNCC) differs from th… Show more

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“…6 The diagnosis is established based on the clinical presentation and neuroimaging exams -computed tomography and magnetic resonance. 7 Case report G.F.M, 71 years old, male, farmer, presented a history of holocranial headache of a pulsatile type, more intense on waking, and associated with photophobia. The complaint lasted six months.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…6 The diagnosis is established based on the clinical presentation and neuroimaging exams -computed tomography and magnetic resonance. 7 Case report G.F.M, 71 years old, male, farmer, presented a history of holocranial headache of a pulsatile type, more intense on waking, and associated with photophobia. The complaint lasted six months.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%