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Intramedullary schistosomiasis.

O A Labeodan1, M Sur

  • 1FCS Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosurgery, Johannesburg General Hospital, South Africa. sheunlab@yahoo.com

Pediatric Neurosurgery
|June 5, 2003
PubMed
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A 10-year-old child with intramedullary schistosomiasis experienced rapid paraparesis and sphincter dysfunction. Surgical removal of the conus medullaris mass followed by steroid and praziquantel therapy led to significant improvement.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pediatric Medicine

Background:

  • Intramedullary schistosomiasis is a rare parasitic infection affecting the spinal cord.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing neurological deficits.

Observation:

  • A 10-year-old child presented with acute ascending paraparesis and rapid sphincter dysfunction.
  • Neurological examination revealed no sensory loss, suggesting a localized spinal cord lesion.

Findings:

  • Surgical exploration identified and removed a mass at the conus medullaris.
  • Histological examination confirmed the presence of schistosomiasis.
  • Combined therapy with corticosteroids and praziquantel was initiated post-surgery.

Implications:

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  • Successful management involved a multimodal approach including surgery and antiparasitic/anti-inflammatory treatment.
  • Prompt intervention can lead to favorable neurological recovery in cases of intramedullary schistosomiasis.