Myocysticercosis: an unusual presentation in sternocleidomastoid muscle diagnosed by high frequency ultrasonography
Journal Title: The European Research Journal - Year 2019, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Myocysticercosis is rare disorder and in particular the involvement of the neck muscles is much rarer. A rare case of myocysticercosis involving the right sternocleidomastoid muscle is presented with ultrasonographic demonstration of the nidus and associated edema.
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Mohd Ilyas, Arshad Bhat
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