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ArticleClinical case reports2025

Navigating a Rare Neurological Conundrum: Quadriparesis in Neurocysticercosis With Hydrocephalus.

Mudamanchu Vamsi Krishna, Pubali Biswas, C A Jayashankar, V H Ganaraja, Amey Joshi

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Mudamanchu Vamsi KrishnaDepartment of Neurology Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre Bangalore India.
Pubali BiswasDepartment of General Medicine Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre Bangalore India.
C A JayashankarDepartment of General Medicine Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre Bangalore India.
V H GanarajaDepartment of Neurology Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre Bangalore India.
Amey JoshiMichigan State University Lansing Michigan USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3318-0127

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This case illustrates the diagnostic challenges in identifying neurocysticercosis, which is initially mistaken for tubercular arachnoiditis. Early recognition and multidisciplinary management are crucial for preventing severe complications. The case also describes the importance of awareness and timely treatment of neglected tropical diseases to improve patient outcomes.

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hydrocephalusneurocysticercosisquadriparesisTaenia solium

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PMID39980899
PMCPMC11839743

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