{"id":"cc802d60-3b96-49f6-936a-8c4425ecfaca","slug":"endoscopic-removal-of-intraventricular-neurocystercercosis","title":"Endoscopic removal of intraventricular neurocystercercosis","authors":["Joseph A. Carnevale","Jacob L. Goldberg","Chloe E. Holland","Mark M. Souweidane"],"abstract":"Background: Neurocysticercosis is a parasitic infection caused by the larvae of the tapeworm Taenia solium, which can lead to various central nervous system complications, including obstructive hydrocephalus. Intraventricular neurocysticercosis, although less common, can present as a mobile mass within the ventricular system, causing acute hydrocephalus. Summary: A 29-year-old male presented with altered mental status and headaches, with imaging revealing obstructive hydrocephalus due to a cystic lesion in the posterior third ventricle. The patient underwent successful endoscopic removal of the cyst, which was confirmed to be a Taenia solium cyst upon gross and microscopic examination. Postoperatively, the patient showed neurologic improvement and remained symptom-free at three months follow-up. Conclusion: Endoscopic removal of intraventricular neurocysticercosis is a feasible and effective treatment option, allowing for complete cyst removal and resolution of symptoms. This case highlights the importance of timely surgical intervention in managing obstructive hydrocephalus due to neurocysticercosis. Keywords: neurocysticercosis, Taenia solium, endoscopic surgery, intraventricular cyst, hydrocephalus, neurosurgery, cyst removal","thumbnailUrl":"https://sni-digital-videos.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/cc802d60-3b96-49f6-936a-8c4425ecfaca/featured/hero-1781562746760.png","publishDate":"2021-02-03T00:00:00.000Z","doi":"10.25259/SNI_619_2020","categories":["Neuroendoscopy","Image Report"],"fullTextUrl":"https://surgicalneurologyint.com/api/articles/cc802d60-3b96-49f6-936a-8c4425ecfaca/pdf"}