Neurocysticercosis

Organ
Brain
Region
Head

Detectable on Scans

Whole BodyHead & Torso

About this Condition

Neurocysticercosis is caused by a tapeworm infection acquired from pork which causes small egg like lesions in the brain.

Neurocysticercosis is more common in lower socio-economic countries where sanitary conditions are inadequate.

It is the most common cause of acquired epilepsy in the world.