B58.9
DESCRIPTION
Rarely occurs in children.
Usually presents as encephalitis, with focal neurological abnormalities occurring in association with headache.
Ocular and pulmonary disease is also seen.
DIAGNOSTIC CRITERIA
Investigations
- Diagnosis may be made on blood and CSF serology.
- CSF PCR for toxoplasmosis may also be helpful.
- CT scan usually reveals multiple bilateral, focal hypodense ring-enhancing lesions.
REFERRAL
- All cases.