Cerebral Toxoplasmosis in Aids Patient: A Case Report and Review Literature

Ni Putu Sriwidyani

Abstract: Toxoplasmosis is an opportunistic infection commonly affects patient with AIDS. Toxoplasmosis in immunocompromized patient can involve central nervous system and this condition may be fatal. We report a case of cerebral toxoplasmosis in HIV positive patient. MRI revealed multiple mass lesions in right basal ganglia and subcortical area of right temporal lobe with ring like-enhancement. Serology testing revealed positive anti- Toxoplasma gondii IgG. Brain biopsy showed Toxoplasma gondii containing-pseudocyst

Keywords: toxoplasmosis, cerebri, HIV, AIDS

How to Cite?: Ni Putu Sriwidyani, "Cerebral Toxoplasmosis in Aids Patient: A Case Report and Review Literature", Volume 6 Issue 6, June 2017, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1445-1447, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=ART20174463, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/ART20174463