Neurocysticercosis
Presentation
Patient presents with new onset seizeure.
Patient Data
Age: 18 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Neurocysticercosis
CT
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Axial non-contrast
Two selected images from a non-contrast study demonstrate two foci of calcifications. The larger occipitotemporal focus is surrounded by low density in keeping with oedema.
From the case:
Neurocysticercosis
MRI
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Axial T1
MRI demonstrates findings consistent with active inflammatory change around the left parietal lobe lesion with oedema and minor contrast enhancement.
Case Discussion
Findings are almost certainly those of neurocysticercosis. The patient was followed up, the oedema abated and calcification persisted.
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