scholarly journals Unilateral Cysticercosis of the Parotid Gland: Case Report, Diagnosis, and Clinical Management

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Zachary Elwell ◽  
Shethal Bearelly ◽  
Khalid Aboul-Nasr ◽  
Jonathan Lara
Keyword(s):  
Parotid Gland ◽  
Taenia Solium ◽  
Parasitic Infection ◽  
Central Nervous System Involvement ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Needle Aspiration ◽  
Oral Route ◽  
Larval Form ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Middle Income Countries

Cysticercosis is a systemic parasitic infection caused by the establishment of the larval form of the parasitic cestode, Taenia solium. Cysticercosis is acquired via the fecal-oral route and is prevalent in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Patients typically manifest with skeletal muscle, subcutaneous, or central nervous system involvement. Though there are reports of oral mucosa involvement, solitary involvement of the parotid gland is rare. This is a rare case of a 57-year-old man diagnosed with parotid cysticercosis by imaging and FNA. He was successfully treated by anthelminthic therapy and needle aspiration. The patient has been seen back several times. The cyst is not palpable, and he is satisfied. Parotid cysticercosis should be considered in the differential of a parotid mass in patients who have traveled to endemic regions. Though prior reports have indicated the importance of surgical excision, this patient was treated medically.

scholarly journals Cysticercosis breast: a cytological diagnosis

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (9) ◽  
pp. 238
Author(s):  
Jyoti Rajpoot ◽  
Sheetal Arora ◽  
Nikita Gupta ◽  
Rashmi Arora
Keyword(s):  
Malignant Tumors ◽  
Taenia Solium ◽  
Needle Aspiration ◽  
Oral Route ◽  
Cytological Diagnosis ◽  
Larval Form ◽  
Aspiration Cytology ◽  
Fine Needle ◽  
Needle Aspiration Cytology ◽  
Case Diagnosis

<p class="abstract">Parasitic lesions of breast are rare, usually seen in endemic areas. Clinically such cases are frequently misdiagnosed as benign or sometimes malignant tumors of breast. Cysticercosis is caused by larval form of Taenia solium, acquired via fecal oral route. Radiology may be suggestive of cysticerocosis. In our case, diagnosis was confirmed with fine needle aspiration cytology.</p>

scholarly journals Multiple Parenchymal Neurocysticercosis: A Case Report

2012 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
I KC ◽  
KJ Rana ◽  
R Joshi ◽  
A Mandal ◽  
S Bhhatarai
Keyword(s):  
Rare Case ◽  
Taenia Solium ◽  
Parasitic Infection ◽  
Brain Parenchyma ◽  
Larval Form ◽  
Cns Involvement ◽  
Huge Number ◽  
Adult Tapeworm ◽  
The Brain ◽  
Multiple Cysts

Cysticercosis is a parasitic infection with CNS involvement in 60-90% of infested patients. The larval form of pork intestinal tapeworm (Taenia solium) is responsible for cysticercosis. Humans are the definitive hosts and usually harbor the adult tapeworm in small intestine as an asymptomatic infestation. Neurocysticercosis most commonly affects the brain parenchyma. Solitary and multiple cysts in brain parencyma is common but we came across a 24 year old lady patient with huge number of cysts which is relatively rare. The aim of this article is to report the rare case. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/mjsbh.v10i1.6450 Medical Journal of Shree Birendra Hospital Jan-June 2011 10(1) 44-45

scholarly journals It’s Even Here! Two Rare Cases of Pyriformis Myocysticercus

2016 ◽  
Vol 55 (203) ◽  
pp. 29-32
Author(s):  
Mahesh Prakash ◽  
Pankaj Gupta ◽  
Ajay Gulati ◽  
Niranjan Khandelwal
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Central Nervous System ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Taenia Solium ◽  
Central Nervous System Involvement ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
Larval Form ◽  
Keywords Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Dramatic Form

Cysticercus, the larval form of Taenia Solium, a tapeworm, can infest various tissues in the human body. Though central nervous system involvement is the most dramatic form of infestation, several other uncommon sites of has been reported in the literature. One such involvement is that of the musculature. The most easily recalled manifestation of myocysticercus is that in the orbit where the patients present with painful proptosis. However, other less common muscular sites of involvement are documented in case reports. To the best of our knowledge, there are no documented cases of pyriformis muscle infestation with cysticercus. We came across two interesting cases, where imaging established the diagnosis of isolated pyriformis cysticercosis. Follow up after one month of anti-elminthic treatment imaging revealed disappearance of the lesions. Keywords: magnetic resonance imaging,myocysticercosis; pyriformis; ultrasound. | PubMed

scholarly journals Nodular fasciitis of the parotid gland engulfing the facial nerve: a conservative approach

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (10) ◽  
pp. e231203
Author(s):  
Stephen Bennett ◽  
Kristian Hutson ◽  
Olakunle Ajayi ◽  
Andreas Hilger
Keyword(s):  
Parotid Gland ◽  
Facial Nerve ◽  
Benign Lesion ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Needle Aspiration ◽  
Nodular Fasciitis ◽  
Conservative Approach ◽  
Complete Excision ◽  
Diagnostic Uncertainty ◽  
Accepted Practice

Nodular fasciitis (NF) is a rapidly growing benign lesion rarely reported in the parotid gland. It shares cytological features with other benign and malignant parotid neoplasms and may be difficult to diagnose based on fine needle aspiration cytology alone. Given this diagnostic conundrum, surgical excision for histology is recommended to facilitate definitive diagnosis. A case with significant involvement of the facial nerve is described, which has not previously been reported in the literature. Despite features of potential malignancy, the decision was taken to biopsy the lesion and not proceed to complete excision in an attempt to reduce the risk of facial nerve injury. Expert opinion later diagnosed NF. Contrary to accepted practice, where diagnostic uncertainty remains around the malignant potential of a lesion, risks and benefits of complete excision versus a conservative approach should be carefully weighed especially when the facial nerve is involved and NF is a possible diagnosis.

scholarly journals Is Colorectal Cancer Screening Appropriate in Nigeria?

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Gregory C. Knapp ◽  
Olusegun I. Alatise ◽  
Olalekan O. Olasehinde ◽  
Ademola Adeyeye ◽  
Omobolaji O. Ayandipo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Parasitic Infection ◽  
Molecular Profile ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Crc Screening ◽  
Middle Income Countries ◽  
Incidence And Mortality ◽  
Prospective Trials ◽  
The Impact

PURPOSE The global burden of colorectal cancer (CRC) will continue to increase for the foreseeable future, largely driven by increasing incidence and mortality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) such as Nigeria. METHODS We used the Wilson-Jungner framework (1968) to review the literature relevant to CRC screening in Nigeria and propose areas for future research and investment. RESULTS Screening is effective when the condition sought is both important and treatable within the system under evaluation. The incidence of CRC is likely increasing, although the exact burden of disease in Nigeria remains poorly understood and access to definitive diagnosis and treatment has not been systematically quantified. In high-income countries (HICs), CRC screening builds on a well-known natural history. In Nigeria, a higher proportion of CRC seems to demonstrate microsatellite instability, which is dissimilar to the molecular profile in HICs. Prospective trials, tissue banking, and next-generation sequencing should be leveraged to better understand these potential differences and the implications for screening. Fecal immunochemical test for hemoglobin (FIT) is recommended for LMICs that are considering CRC screening. However, FIT has not been validated in Nigeria, and questions about the impact of high ambient temperature, endemic parasitic infection, and feasibility remain unanswered. Prospective trials are needed to validate the efficacy of stool-based screening, and these trials should consider concomitant ova and parasite testing. CONCLUSION Using the Wilson-Jungner framework, additional work is needed before organized CRC screening will be effective in Nigeria. These deficits can be addressed without missing the window to mitigate the increasing burden of CRC in the medium to long term.

scholarly journals Orbital Cysticercosis – masquerading as preseptal cellulitis with ptosis

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 206-208 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amit Raj ◽  
Sudesh Kumar Arya ◽  
Pratik Topiwala ◽  
Panchmi Gupta ◽  
Sunandan Sood
Keyword(s):  
Taenia Solium ◽  
Parasitic Infection ◽  
Ocular Motility ◽  
Larval Form ◽  
Low Socioeconomic ◽  
Preseptal Cellulitis ◽  
Cysticercus Cellulosae ◽  
History Of ◽  
Subcutaneous Tissues ◽  
Upper Lid

We are sharing a case of orbital cysticercosis,which presented to us initially with simple ptosis and later on with upper lid inflammation and restricted ocular motility in upgaze. Human cysticercosis, a parasitic infection caused by Cysticercus cellulosae, the larval form of the cestode, Taenia solium, is a benign infection of the subcutaneous tissues, inter-muscular fascia, muscles and other organs. Though it exists worldwide, it is more prevalent in the developing countries of Latin America, Asia and Africa, especially in areas where under-cooked pork is consumed regularly (Pushker et al, 2001). However, 5 year study of 33 cases of Ocular/Adnexal cysticercosis showed seventy percent of patients were of low socioeconomic group and 70% were strictly vegetarians (Atul et al, 1995). The clinical manifestation of orbital cysticercosis is entirely different from neuro-cysticercosis or cysticercosis of other parts of body. Diagnosis of cysticercosis is mainly based on highly specific radiological signs and history of exposure in endemic areas. 

scholarly journals Uncommon occurrence of pleomorphic adenoma in submandibular salivary gland in old age males: case series

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 900
Author(s):  
M. S. Kalyan Kumar ◽  
R. Shyamsundar ◽  
M. Sabari Girieasen ◽  
R. Kannan ◽  
S. Nedunchezhiyan
Keyword(s):  
Salivary Gland ◽  
Parotid Gland ◽  
Pleomorphic Adenoma ◽  
Benign Lesion ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Needle Aspiration ◽  
Submandibular Salivary Gland ◽  
Biopsy Report ◽  
Needle Aspiration Cytology

Pleomorphic adenoma is the most common tumor of the benign salivary gland neoplasms, the submandibular gland is the second most common site of PA after the parotid gland. Authors present 3 series case of pleomorphic adenoma in submandibular salivary gland in institution which were admitted in institution within a month interval. Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) of all 3 cases proved to be benign lesion arising from submandibular salivary gland. All 3 cases underwent excision in to and the postoperative period was uneventful. DT removed on 3rd POD and discharged in POD 10. Biopsy report proved to be pleomorphic adenoma in all cases. past studies showed pleomorphic adenoma most commonly occurs in the parotid gland and its occurrence in the submandibular salivary gland is uncommon. Also, age occurrence involves 30s-50s and is more common in females. But all this case was male and occurred in older age group. Early intervention with surgical excision in toto after definite confirmation with FNAC is the treatment of choice in preventing its malignant transformation.

CYSTICERCOSIS OF BREAST: A RARE PRESENTATION

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. 589-592
Author(s):  
Vijay Ramita*, Udawat Hema
Keyword(s):  
Subcutaneous Tissue ◽  
Taenia Solium ◽  
Parasitic Infection ◽  
Needle Aspiration ◽  
Diagnostic Tools ◽  
Developing Regions ◽  
Rare Presentation ◽  
Cysticercus Cellulosae ◽  
Radiologic Imaging ◽  
Needle Aspiration Cytology

Cysticercosis is a parasitic infection caused by Cysticercus cellulosae, the larval stage of Taenia Solium. It is present world-wide, but more prevalent in developing regions like South America, Africa, South-East Asia and Eastern Europe due to poor environmental sanitation. The common sites are skeletal muscle, subcutaneous tissue, brain and eye. Breast is an uncommon site and diagnosis is usually incidental. Only a few cases have been reported, so far. Several diagnostic tools such as radiologic imaging, serology and immunologic detection are being used but the gold standard  remains the demonstration of the parasitic larva by FNAC or histopathology. Here , we report an unusual case of cysticercosis in breast that was diagnosed o by Fine needle aspiration cytology. KEY WORDS: Cysticercosis, FNAC, Breast

Solitary cysticercosis of the sternocleidomastoid muscle

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. e242322
Author(s):  
Tusharindra Lal ◽  
Surendran Paramasivam ◽  
Badhrinath Jayapal ◽  
Riya Kataria
Keyword(s):  
Central Nervous System ◽  
Nervous System ◽  
Taenia Solium ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Sternocleidomastoid Muscle ◽  
Larval Form ◽  
The Central Nervous System

Cysticercosis is a tropical infection caused by the larval form of Taenia solium and is usually known to affect the central nervous system. We report a young man who presented with a swelling in the neck and was treated with surgical excision and antihelminthics.

scholarly journals Intraventricular adult Taenia solium causing hydrocephalus: A case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
pp. 202
Author(s):  
Ketan Yerneni ◽  
Constantine Karras ◽  
Hannah K. Weiss ◽  
Craig M. Horbinski ◽  
Orin Bloch
Keyword(s):  
Fourth Ventricle ◽  
Obstructive Hydrocephalus ◽  
Taenia Solium ◽  
Parasitic Infection ◽  
Cystic Mass ◽  
Third Ventriculostomy ◽  
Unexpected Finding ◽  
Adult Onset ◽  
Larval Form ◽  
History Of

Background: Neurocysticercosis (NCC) is the most common parasitic infection of the central nervous system worldwide and is caused by the larval form of the tapeworm Taenia solium. In general, T. solium larval form may be located in the neuraxis, resulting in pathology. Here, we report a rare case of female with a history of adult onset seizures presenting with adult form T. solium in the fourth ventricle, causing hydrocephalus. Case Description: A 36-year-old female patient with a known history of adult onset seizures presented with a 1-year history of progressively worsening bilateral headaches with vertigo and intermittent nausea. A computerized tomography scan revealed ventriculomegaly and transependymal flow, with an obstruction at the level of the fourth ventricle. Outpatient magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated obstructive hydrocephalus secondary to a lobulated cystic mass within the fourth ventricle, demonstrating a gross appearance consistent with racemose NCC. The patient underwent endoscopic third ventriculostomy, and gross examination of the resected cyst revealed a mature T. solium larvae encased in a cystic membrane. Given that our patient was born and raised in Mexico but had not returned since the age of 8, NCC was an unexpected finding. Conclusion: The present case highlights the importance of maintaining high suspicion for NCC in all patients presenting with seizures or hydrocephalus of unknown cause. Even in patients with a very remote history of residence in an endemic country, NCC can be an overlooked, underlying cause of both chronic neurologic symptoms, as well as acute, life-threatening neurologic emergencies.

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