Brainstem cysticercose simulating cystic tumor lesion: a case report

[摘要] The authors report the case of a 37 year-old man with a solitary cysticercus cyst in the brainstem (pons) successfully removed through a suboccipital craniectomy. Surgery in neurocysticercosis has been indicated in patients with hydrocephalus and/or large cystic lesions. Cystic lesions in the brainstem and spinal cord may have indication for surgery for two reasons: (1) diagnosis; and (2) treatment. Aspects related to differential diagnosis and therapeutic alternatives are discussed.

[关键词] cysticercosis;brainstem;cysts;tumors;cisticercose;tronco cerebral;cistos;tumores