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Neurocysticercosis

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Young patient presenting with a seizure.

ct

Pre and post contrast CT demonstrates numerous calcified 3-7mm lesions some of which demonstrate surrounding edema. These lesions also demonstrate surrounding contrast enhancement.  

Case Discussion

Features are characteristic of neurocysticercosis

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