Cysticercosis of the Parotid Gland: A Case Report
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 3
Abstract
Cysticercosis is a parasitic infestation caused by the larval stage of Taenia solium, a cestodic parasite. It is a common disease in developing countries where it is also endemic. In humans, cysticercosis rarely involves the oral region, and often is seen as a diagnostic problem for the clinician. The present case is of interest because of the unusual site of the disease. It is stressed that in endemic areas, cysticercosis should be included in the differential diagnosis of solitary nodular lesions of the oral cavity. Also, use of FNAC as a confirmatory diagnostic aid for cysticercosis has been emphasised.
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PD Sharma, Manpreet Kaur
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- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2017.3.3.058
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