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Primary multiple intraventricular hydatid cysts in a child
Modak Meera1, Thakar Vrushali1, Tanaya1
1Department of Microbiology, Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University Medical College, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Insights
Cystic hydatidosis, a rare brain infection caused by Echinococcus granulosus, can present as multiple cysts. Surgical removal and antihelminthic medication led to a full recovery in a pediatric case.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
- Parasitology
Background:
- Cystic hydatidosis, caused by Echinococcus granulosus, primarily affects the liver and lungs.
- Cerebral involvement is rare, occurring in 1%-2% of cases.
- Primary multiple hydatid cysts in the brain are exceptionally uncommon.
Observation:
- A 14-year-old girl presented with headache and altered sensorium.
- Imaging revealed multiple intraventricular cystic lesions.
- Neurosurgical intervention successfully removed the cysts.
Findings:
- The patient received antihelminthic medication post-surgery.
- Neurological function was fully restored upon discharge.
- This case highlights the successful management of a rare condition.
Implications:
- Hydatid cyst should be considered in the differential diagnosis of brain cystic lesions.
- Combined surgical and antihelminthic treatment is effective.
- Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes in cerebral hydatidosis.
Abstract:
Cystic hydatidosis caused by Echinococcus granulosus is a rare disease which mainly involves the liver and lungs. In 1%-2% cases, it may affect the brain. Primary multiple hydatid cysts of the brain are very rare. A 14-year-old girl presented with a history of headache and altered sensorium. Computed tomography scan and magnetic resonance imaging showed multicystic intraventricular lesions and patient was operated by neurosurgeon. Multiple cysts were removed. Antihelminthic medication was started, and patient was discharged with full recovery of neurological function. Hydatid cyst must be considered as a differential diagnosis of cystic space-occupying lesions of the brain. Surgery and antihelminthic drugs will help to get rid of infection.
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