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Subarachnoid Neurocysticercosis Case Series Reveals a Significant Delay in Diagnosis—Requiring a High Index of Suspicion Among Those at Risk.

Authors :
Beatty, Norman L
Kaur, Harpreet
Schlaffer, Kathryn
Thompson, Kathryn
Manavalan, Preeti
Rijos, Zulmarie R
Raman, Abhinandan A
Droghini, H Richard
O'Connell, Elise M
Source :
Open Forum Infectious Diseases. May2024, Vol. 11 Issue 5, p1-4. 4p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Subarachnoid neurocysticercosis can be challenging to recognize, which often leads to a delay in diagnosis. We report 3 cases presenting as chronic headache disorders that highlight the unique manifestations seen with this form of neurocysticercosis and the role that the infectious diseases consultant can play in ensuring a timely diagnosis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
23288957
Volume :
11
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Open Forum Infectious Diseases
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
177948062
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/ofid/ofae176