Myocysticercosis: an unusual presentation in sternocleidomastoid muscle diagnosed by high frequency ultrasonography

Journal Title: The European Research Journal - Year 2019, Vol 5, Issue 1

Abstract

Myocysticercosis is rare disorder and in particular the involvement of the neck muscles is much rarer. A rare case of myocysticercosis involving the right sternocleidomastoid muscle is presented with ultrasonographic demonstration of the nidus and associated edema.

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Mohd Ilyas, Arshad Bhat

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  • EP ID EP490072
  • DOI 10.18621/eurj.384825
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Mohd Ilyas, Arshad Bhat (2019). Myocysticercosis: an unusual presentation in sternocleidomastoid muscle diagnosed by high frequency ultrasonography. The European Research Journal, 5(1), 174-177. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-490072