Computerized axial tomography for the diagnosis of cerebral cysticercosis |
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Authors: | E Lamas J Estevez M Soto S Obrador |
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Institution: | (1) Present address: Services of Neurosurgery of Ciudades Sanitarias Primero de Octubre and La Paz , Spanish Social Security, Madrid, Spain |
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Abstract: | Summary Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT) has proved extremely useful for the diagnosis of cerebral cysticercosis. The calcified small, multiple, and scattered cysts provide a typical image on CAT.The collection of non-calcified cysts in the subarachnoid spaces (racemose form) or in the ventricles may produce areas of low density similar to that of the cerebrospinal fluid. The dilatation of the ventricular system, extreme degrees of hydrocephalus, areas of cerebral atrophy, and other related changes induced by the cysts in the subarachnoid spaces are also clearly shown in the CAT. Four personal cases are reported. |
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Keywords: | Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT) cerebral cysticercosis epilepsy hydrocephalus |
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