Neurocysticercosis presenting as a locked-in lateral ventricle: A case report and evidence-based review

Mansour, Moustafa; Tahir, Mohamed Ibrahim Mohamed; Ahmadi, Zarina

doi:10.1016/j.idcr.2023.e01778

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“…This form of NCC is considered more severe than its parenchymal counterpart, with a correspondingly unfavorable prognosis [ 20 ]. In general, the subarachnoid type can result in permanent hydrocephalus, entrapment of intracranial nerves, or cerebrovascular complications [ 39 ]. Often, when the inflammatory exudate compresses the intracranial nerve, it can lead to focal neurological deficits.…”

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“…The treatment for neurocysticercosis can be either medical or surgical [ 41 ]. The main medical approach involves administering antiparasitic drugs, particularly praziquantel and albendazole, in addition to corticosteroids like dexamethasone to reduce inflammation [ 39 ]. In this particular case, the patient received albendazole [ 41 ], along with dexamethasone.…”

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“…Furthermore, the patient presented with hydrocephalus, demanding the placement of a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt, a procedure often required in subarachnoid neurocysticercosis due to persistent hydrocephalus, which resulted in a satisfactory clinical improvement. The VP shunt aims to alleviate elevated intracranial pressure and reduce mortality [ 39 ]. Consequently, adequate diagnosis and treatment are essential, mainly due to the small number of known cases and published research, leading to better long-term results and the prevention of complications, thus promoting a better quality of life for co-infected patients.…”

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Silent Intruder: Unusual Presentation of Neurocysticercosis in an HIV-Infected Patient from the Far Northern Brazilian Amazon

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Gerolin,

Carvalho

et al. 2024

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Neurocysticercosis, a parasitic infection of the central nervous system (CNS), is a significant public health issue globally, including in Brazil. This article presents a case report of a 44-year-old male patient residing in the rural area of Roraima, the northernmost region of Brazil within the Amazon Forest. The patient, with chronic HIV infection, acquired the Taenia solium helminth, resulting in neurocysticercosis development. Remarkably, the diagnosis of neurocysticercosis was not initially apparent but emerged through meticulous analysis following a motorcycle accident. The absence of seizures, a common clinical manifestation, complicated the diagnostic process, making it an uncommon case of NCC, which may be related to co-infection. As the patient’s condition progressed, multiple complications arose, requiring additional medical attention and interventions. This case underscores the immense challenges faced by healthcare teams in managing neurocysticercosis effectively. It emphasizes the critical need for a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to provide optimal care for such complex cases. The study’s findings underscore the importance of raising awareness and implementing improved strategies for tackling neurocysticercosis, particularly in regions where it remains a prevalent concern.

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