Intraventricular cysticercal cysts: further neuroradiologic observations and neurosurgical implications.
AJNR Am J Neuroradiol
; 5(6): 727-30, 1984.
Article
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| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-6437174
Intraventricular cysticercosis is potentially lethal. Six of 46 patients died from acute hydrocephalus shortly after hospital admission. The need for early computed tomographic scanning in immigrants from endemic areas complaining of headaches is emphasized by this experience. If time has elapsed since the initial diagnosis, these cysts may migrate within the ventricular system. Reconfirmation of the location of an intraventricular cysticercal cyst is advisable before surgery. Contrast enhancement of an intraventricular cysticercal cyst implies associated granular ependymitis. Surgical removal of such cysts probably should not be attempted as long as the cysts are not causing significant mass effect with neurologic signs and symptoms. Shunting alone is advocated for the treatment of hydrocephalus.
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Coleções:
01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Cisticercose
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Ventrículos Cerebrais
Tipo de estudo:
Etiology_studies
Limite:
Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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Child
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
País/Região como assunto:
America central
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Mexico
Idioma:
En
Revista:
AJNR Am J Neuroradiol
Ano de publicação:
1984
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de publicação:
Estados Unidos