title: Neurocysticercosis (NCC) with Hydrocephalus, Optic Atrophy and Vision Loss: A Rare Presentation.
abstract: Neurocysticercosis (NCC) is one of the most common parasitic infestations (Taenia solium) of central nervous system (CNS) in children. Seizures are the common presenting symptoms. Hydrocephalus and optic atrophy are rare complications which may require neurosurgical interventions. We report a case of NCC with hydrocephalus and bilateral optic atrophy associated with vision loss in a Nepalese patient who improved with anti-parasitic therapy followed by ventriculo-peritoneal (VP) shunting.
authors: Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Universal College of Medical Sciences , Bhairahawa, Nepal .
authors: Nagendra
authors: N
authors: Chaudhary
authors: Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Universal College of Medical Sciences , Bhairahawa, Nepal .
authors: Shyam Kumar
authors: SK
authors: Mahato
authors: Professor, Department of Surgery, Universal College of Medical Sciences , Bhairahawa, Nepal .
authors: Salamat
authors: S
authors: Khan
authors: Junior Resident, Department of Pediatrics, Universal College of Medical Sciences , Bhairahawa, Nepal .
authors: Santosh
authors: S
authors: Pathak
authors: JProfessor and Head of Department, Department of Pediatrics, Universal College of Medical Sciences , Bhairahawa, Nepal .
authors: B D
authors: BD
authors: Bhatia
keywords: Central nervous system; Parasitic infestations; Taenia solium