IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-8-11-23097 Original Research Paper Importance of neuroimaging techniques in diagnosing a case of ptosis (Orbital Cysticercosis) : A case report Prajapati Dr. Dr.Arpan Chawala Dr. November 2019 8 11 01 02 ABSTRACT

• Cysticercosis is a parasitic infestation caused by the larval form of the tapeworm, Taenia solium (T. solium). The common sites for cysticerosis include the brain, eyes, and skeletal muscle. Ocular or adnexal involvement is commonly seen with the commonest ophthalmic site being subretinal space and the vitreous cavity. • However, only a handful of cases of orbital cysticercosis have been reported in the past. We report a rare and unusual case of isolated eyelid cysticercosis in a 12year old female masquerading as an asymptomatic slowly growing subcutaneous painless mass menifested as a ptosis. • Clinical, serological, and radiological examinations are needed to diagnose • As MRI brain and USG findings were suggestive of cysticercosis,patient was started oral steroids and oral albendazole • Four weeks of oral albendazole (15 mg/kg) and oral steroids (1.5 mg/kg) in a tapered dose are the recommended treatment for both NCC and orbital cysticercosis • Without evidence of an eosinophilia and stool ova and cysts and without a positive ELISA–test for cysticercosis the pathognomonic appearance of the thickened muscle, the cyst and the scolex inside should lead to the diagnosis cysticercosis • Prognosis is best for patients who seek treatment early and whose imaging studies normalize after initial infection Aim To study importance of neuroimaging techniques in diagnosing rare causes of ptosis.