Cysticercosis in the Neck Region, Mimicked Thyroglossal Cyst: A Rare Presentation
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Introduction: Human cysticercosis is caused by larval form of the pork tapeworm, Taenia solium. Cysticercosis in neck region is rare and is difficult to diagnose. Case report: We present a case of cysticercosis in neck region in young female who presented with non-tender slow growing cystic swelling in front of neck. A clinical diagnosis of thyroglossal cyst was made. Ultrasonography also suggested thyroglossal cyst. The FNAC diagnosis was consistent with benign mucous cyst. However diagnosis of cysticercosis was confirmed by histopathological examination of surgically removed cystic tissue. Conclusion: A diagnosis of cysticercosis at this unusual site is very rare and depends mainly on histopathological examination. Although it is rare, cysticersosis should be considered as a differential diagnosis for a cystic lesion in the neck region
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Radheshyam Mahato, Anupam Saha
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