Disseminated cysticercosis: rare manifestation of a common disease

BMJ Case Rep. 2012 Dec 18:2012:bcr2012007876. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2012-007876.

Abstract

We are presenting a case of disseminated cysticercosis involving the brain, spinal cord, orbit, muscles, subcutaneous tissues, liver and spleen of an immunocompetent man. Although cysticercosis is a common tropical disease, such widespread dissemination is an uncommon manifestation. Imaging studies are described with emphasis on hepatic and splenic involvement which has been described only rarely in the published literature.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Cysticercosis / complications*
  • Cysticercosis / diagnosis*
  • Humans
  • Male