Next-generation sequencing combined with serological tests based pathogen analysis for a neurocysticercosis patient with a 20-year history:a case report

Next-generation sequencing combined with serological tests based pathogen analysis for a neurocysticercosis patient with a 20-year history:a case report

Abstract Background Neurocysticercosis (NCC) is the most common helminthic infection of the central nervous system (CNS) caused by the larval stage of Taenia solium. Accurate and early diagnosis of NCC remains challenging due to its heterogeneous clinical manifestations, neuroimaging deficits, varia...

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Main Authors: Bin Chen, Zheng Chen, Yi-shu Yang, Gui-lan Cai, Xiao-jiao Xu, Hong-zhi Guan, Hai-tao Ren, Hou-zhen Tuo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-06-01
Series:BMC Neurology
Subjects:
Case report
Neurocysticercosis
Next-generation sequencing
Taenia solium
Cysticercus IgG
Headache
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12883-021-02277-7

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