A closer look -Asymptomatic cysticercosis unveiled during COPD exacerbation: A case report

Abstract

Disseminated cysticercosis a widespread dissemination of cysticerci throughout the whole body is a rare manifestation of cysticercosis. This case report describes a unique presentation of asymptomatic and incidentally diagnosed case of disseminated cysticercosis which is rare and with very few cases being reported in India to date. This 62-year-old male presented to the emergency department with acute onset breathlessness due to an exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Routine Chest radiograph revealed an incidental suspicion of disseminated cysticercosis. After treating exacerbation of COPD, he was further evaluated for cysticercosis and active infection. Following confirmation of disseminated cysticercosis, a multidisciplinary treatment approach was implemented to address both COPD and neurocysticercosis.