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Spinal neuroschistosomiasis
Martin S Palin1, Ryan Mathew, Gerry Towns
1a Department of Neurosurgery , Leeds General Infirmary , Great George Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire , United Kingdom.
British Journal of Neurosurgery
|April 21, 2015
Summary
Spinal neuroschistosomiasis is a rare condition that can mimic spinal cord tumors. Histological confirmation in a young woman highlights the importance of considering travel history for this parasitic infection.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
- Parasitology
Background:
- Spinal neuroschistosomiasis is a parasitic infection affecting the spinal cord.
- It can present with symptoms mimicking other serious neurological conditions.
Observation:
- A 20-year-old woman presented with symptoms initially suggestive of a spinal cord tumor.
- Magnetic resonance imaging revealed an expanded, oedematous conus with heterogeneous enhancement.
Findings:
- Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of spinal neuroschistosomiasis.
- The imaging findings were initially misinterpreted as a neoplastic lesion.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering spinal neuroschistosomiasis in the differential diagnosis of spinal cord lesions.
- Physicians should inquire about recent travel to schistosomiasis-endemic areas in patients with unexplained spinal cord abnormalities.
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