Submandibular lymph node enlargement due to cysticercosis infestation
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Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Salivary Glands for Sjogren's Syndrome: Diagnostic and Monitoring Insights
Published on: October 13, 2023
Punita Kumari Sodhi1, Simmi K Ratan
1Department of Ophthalmology, Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, India. hardeep333@hotmail.com
Abstract:
Lymph node enlargement due to cysticercus infestation has not been reported in human subjects. A 7-y-old girl presented with seizures and a right submandibular lymph node enlargement. Investigations showed inflammatory granulomas in the brain. Fine needle aspiration cytology from submandibular lymph node and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay of serum and cerebrospinal fluid showed the presence of cysticercosis infestation. The case underlines the potential of fine needle aspiration cytology for establishing diagnosis in patients having enlarged lymph nodes.
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