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[Neuroschistosomiasis].

A N Andrade

    Arquivos De Neuro-Psiquiatria
    |September 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Neuroschistosomiasis is rare but serious. Early diagnosis and treatment with praziquantel and steroids can successfully manage neurological symptoms of Schistosoma mansoni infection.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Parasitology

    Background:

    • Schistosomiasis mansoni is prevalent, yet neurological involvement (neuroschistosomiasis) is infrequently diagnosed.
    • Autopsy findings reveal parasite eggs in nervous tissue far more often than clinically diagnosed cases.

    Observation:

    • Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis is crucial for diagnosing neuroschistosomiasis in endemic areas.
    • Neurological symptoms may arise from parasite-induced inflammation, demyelination, or axonal degeneration.

    Findings:

    • Two cases of neuroradiculomyelitis due to Schistosoma mansoni infection are presented.
    • Both patients showed positive stool analysis and characteristic CSF findings.
    • Successful treatment was achieved using praziquantel combined with steroids over 14 days.

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    Implications:

    • Highlights the importance of considering neuroschistosomiasis in patients with unexplained neurological symptoms in endemic regions.
    • Suggests praziquantel and steroid therapy as an effective treatment regimen.
    • Underscores the need for increased diagnostic vigilance for neuroschistosomiasis.