Case Of Toxoplasmic Encephalitis With Tuberculoma In Severely Immunocompromised Patients

Abstract

Toxoplasmosis is the most common central nervous system infection in patients with the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) who are not receiving appropriate prophylaxis. Toxoplasmosis is a principal opportunistic infection of the CNS in persons with AIDS. In immunocompromised hosts, the disease may be rapidly fatal if untreated. Cerebral tuberculoma is always considered in the differential diagnosis of solitary and large focal brain lesions in HIV-infected patients, particularly in tuberculosis endemic areas. Thus, accurate diagnosis and initiation of appropriate therapy are necessary to prevent fulminant infection. CT and MRI play an important role in early diagnosis and assist the clinician to provide effective management and prevent further complications