Related Experiment Videos
Cysticercosis cerebri occluding the foramen of Monro
Abstract:
Cysticercosis cerebri is a rare neurological diagnosis, which is usually made at the time of operation or at autopsy. Few cases have been reported in North America, and these were usually found in immigrants and in domestic travelers who lived in infested countries. Cysticercosis cerebri is classically divided into four general types: 1) intraparenchymal, 2) basilar cisternal, 3) ventricular, and 4) diffuse cerebral. We are presenting a unique case of solitary ventricular cysticercosis occluding the foramen of Monro, and producing an asymmetrical obstructive hydrocephalus.
Insights
This study presents a rare case of neurocysticercosis in the brain ventricles, causing a blockage and leading to obstructive hydrocephalus. This unique presentation highlights the diverse ways this parasitic infection can manifest neurologically.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
- Parasitology
Background:
- Cysticercosis cerebri is a rare parasitic infection of the central nervous system.
- Diagnosis is often delayed until surgical intervention or autopsy.
- North American cases are infrequent, typically linked to immigration or travel history.