CNS Infection Flashcards by Sarah Hogan

Q

HSV Encephalitis

A

Temporal lobe involvement

RBCs in CSF

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Q

Cryptococcus Neoformans

A

latex agglutination testing

tx - amphotercin B

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Q

Toxo

A

ring-enhancing in BG or gray-white junction

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Q

Neurocysticercosis

A

Pork tapeworm

Immigrants (south america)

Cystic lesions +/- calcification and edema

SEIZURES

Tx - albendazole, steroids for edema

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