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Cerebral Toxoplasmosis in Aids Patient: A Case Report and Review Literature

Journal: International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) (Vol.6, No. 6)

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Page : 1445-1447

Keywords : toxoplasmosis; cerebri; HIV; AIDS;

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Abstract

Toxoplasmosis is an opportunistic infection commonly affects patient with AIDS. Toxoplasmosis in immunocompromized patient can involve central nervous system and this condition may be fatal. We report a case of cerebral toxoplasmosis in HIV positive patient. MRI revealed multiple mass lesions in right basal ganglia and subcortical area of right temporal lobe with ring like-enhancement. Serology testing revealed positive anti- Toxoplasma gondii IgG. Brain biopsy showed Toxoplasma gondii containing-pseudocyst

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