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Review
. 2016 Apr;34(4):241-57.
doi: 10.1007/s11604-016-0528-4. Epub 2016 Feb 23.

A comprehensive review of imaging findings in human cysticercosis

Bargavee Venkat  1 , Neeti Aggarwal  2 , Sushma Makhaik  2 , Ramgopal Sood  2
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Review

A comprehensive review of imaging findings in human cysticercosis

Bargavee Venkat et al. Jpn J Radiol. 2016 Apr.

Abstract

Cysticercosis is a zoonotic disease most commonly affecting brain, eye and muscles, causing significant morbidity. Transmitted by faeco-oral route, this disease was endemic in many developing countries; it is now seen worldwide due to globalisation. Manifestations are produced by the mass effect of the parasite and by the immune response mounted by the host on the parasite. There are myriad clinical features and imaging findings. Radiological features depend on the number, stage and location of the parasite and associated complications. Knowledge of radiological findings is necessary to make an accurate diagnosis of this pleomorphic disease.

Keywords: Computed tomography; Intramuscular; Magnetic resonance imaging; Neurocysticercosis; Ocular cysticercosis.

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