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Computerized tomography (CT) is superior to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for demonstrating small [[calcification]]s. However, MRI shows cysts in some locations (cerebral convexity, ventricular ependyma) better than CT, is more sensitive than CT to demonstrate surrounding [[cerebral edema|edema]], and may show internal changes indicating the death of cysticerci. | [[Computerized tomography]] (CT) is superior to [[magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI) for demonstrating small [[calcification]]s. However, MRI shows cysts in some locations (cerebral convexity, ventricular ependyma) better than CT, is more sensitive than CT to demonstrate surrounding [[cerebral edema|edema]], and may show internal changes indicating the death of cysticerci. | ||
In recent years, the use of CT and MRI has permitted identification of neurocysticercosis cases with a benign course that would not have been detected previously. | In recent years, the use of CT and MRI has permitted identification of neurocysticercosis cases with a benign course that would not have been detected previously. | ||
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Overview
Computerized tomography (CT) is superior to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for demonstrating small calcifications. However, MRI shows cysts in some locations (cerebral convexity, ventricular ependyma) better than CT, is more sensitive than CT to demonstrate surrounding edema, and may show internal changes indicating the death of cysticerci.
In recent years, the use of CT and MRI has permitted identification of neurocysticercosis cases with a benign course that would not have been detected previously.