Abstract |
A case study of intramedullary schistosomiasis in a 10-year-old child is reported. The patient presented with a short history of ascending paraparesis with no sensory loss. Sphincter dysfunction was rapid. She had surgical exploration and removal of a conus medullaris mass. Schistosomiasis was confirmed histologically. Combined steroid and praziquantel therapy improved her sphincter function and paraparesis.
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Authors | O A Labeodan, M Sur |
Journal | Pediatric neurosurgery
(Pediatr Neurosurg)
Vol. 39
Issue 1
Pg. 14-6
(Jul 2003)
ISSN: 1016-2291 [Print] Switzerland |
PMID | 12784071
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Copyright | Copyright 2003 S. Karger AG, Basel |
Topics |
- Child
- Female
- Humans
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Neuroschistosomiasis
(parasitology, pathology, surgery)
- Schistosomiasis mansoni
(parasitology, pathology, surgery)
- Spinal Diseases
(parasitology, pathology, surgery)
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