Cysticercosis

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Referred with h/o swelling in 'bilateral parotid region'.

Patient Data

Age: 17 years
Gender: Female
ultrasound

Multiple cystic lesions with central calcification foci are noted involving muscles of neck - upper & lower extremities. Perilesional hypoechoic soft tissue thickening and hypervascularity are noted.

Case Discussion

The patient was referred for targeted ultrasound of neck-face swelling. They revealed finding of cysticercosis. She was asked for any other lesions/swelling. Targeted ultrasound of all lesions/swelling pointed out patient was done - all show findings of cysticercosis.

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