PART 8: Infectious Diseases
SECTION 19 Helminthic Infections
220 Cestode Infections
 | Figure 220-1 Neurocysticercosis is caused by Taenia solium. Neurologic infection can be classified on the basis of the location and viability of the parasites. When the parasites are in the ventricles, they often cause obstructive hydrocephalus. Left: MRI... |
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 | Figure 220-2 Management of cystic hydatid disease caused by Echinococcus granulosus should be based on viability of the parasite, which can be estimated from radiographic appearance. The ultrasound appearance includes lesions classified as active, transitional, and inactive. Active cysts... |
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