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Echinococcal Cysts in the Liver- The physical examination revealed hepatomegaly with a palpable hepatic mass. Laboratory
Echinococcal Cysts ... revealed a large cyst ... Hydatid disease is caused ... #clinical #NEJM ... #granulosis #hydatid
Vertebral Hydatidosis- Physical examination revealed impaired sensation in both legs and weak foot flexion. Laboratory tests
granulosus. ... Infection can cause ... #clinical #radiology ... #MRI #NEJM #vertebral ... #granulosus
Neurocysticercosis (NCC) Summary
Pathogen: Larval stage of Taenia solium
Infection: Ingesting undercooked pork containing cysticerci in muscle tissue.
Clinical Course: ... nonviable calcified granulomas ... Brain calcifications ... cause seizures. ... seizures most common clinical