[Late epilepsy in cerebral cysticercosis. 2 cases confirmed by tomodensitometry]. / Epilepsie tardive de la cysticercose cérébrale. Deux cas affirmés par tomodensitométrie.

ABSTRACT

Invasion of the central nervous system by the larvae of Tenia Solium classically leads to severe illness. In some instances, however, the course is protracted and benign. The authors report on two patients with cysticercosis cerebri, revealed by delayed seizures without cerebral hypertension or any other manifestation. Computerized tomography established the diagnosis by demonstrating calcifications disseminated throughout the cerebral parenchyma. Such calcifications result from encapsulation of dead larvae. The possible diversity of the anatomic lesions caused directly or indirectly by the parasite explains why clinical manifestations are polymorphic. Diagnostic procedures are discussed.