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International Journal of Advances In Case Reports

Volume 11, Issue 1, 2024
Mcmed International
International Journal of Advances In Case Reports
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XXX-XXXX (Print), 2349 - 8005 (Online)
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Abstract
Title
CYSTICERCOSIS IN (ULNAR HALF) FLEXOR DIGITORUM PROFUNDUS MUSCLE OF FOREARM PRESENTING CLAWHAND LIKE DEFORMITY-A RARE CASE REPORT
Author
Agarwal AK1, Mourya Amit2, Bajpai Jeetendra*3, Shukla Sourav4, Goel Mohit5
Email
dr.jbajpaii@gmail.com
keyword
Cysticercosis; Flexor Digitorum Profundus muscle; Forearm region.
Abstract
Introduction: Cysticercosis is an infection by the larval stage (cystcercus cellulosae) of the cestode, Taenia Solium (pork tape worm). It occurs especially in those individuals who live in the endemic areas.After gaining entry into the body, the larva become encysted and may lie in subcutaneous tissue, striated muscle, vitreous humor, or other tissues like brain as well.Case report: We report an unusual case of cysticercosis of the flexor digitorum profundus (FDP) muscle, which presented as localized swelling at the ulnar aspect of right forearm. The diagnosis was confirmed on the musculoskeletal ultrasonographic examination of the forearm. It revealed the Cysticercus cellulosae as hyperechoic lesion surrounded by fluid. MRI was done later which localized the larval stage in the Flexor Digitorum Profundus muscle at forearm.Conclusion: For swelling in the region of forearm in endemic areas of tapeworm infestations, the differential diagnosis of muscle cysticercosis should also be considered.
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