J Korean Soc Radiol.
2020 Sep;81(5):1210-1215. 10.3348/jksr.2019.0104.
Apparent Sparganosis Presenting as a Palpable Neck Mass: A Case Report and Review of Literature
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Radiology, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University School of Medicine, Jinju, Korea
- 2Department of Radiology, Gyeongsang National University Changwon Hospital, Gyeongsang National University School of Medicine, Changwon, Korea
- KMID: 2507433
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.3348/jksr.2019.0104
Abstract
- Sparganosis is an uncommon human parasitic infection caused by plerocercoid cysts of the genus Spirometra. Sparganosis of the neck is a rare condition, thus making it difficult to diagnose. It is often initially misdiagnosed as a lymphadenopathy or a soft tissue tumor. Herein, we describe a rare case of apparent sparganosis presenting as a palpable mass in the left neck of a 53-year-old female patient. Imaging studies played a key role in the diagnosis. In this case report, we emphasize that sparganosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of a palpable superficial mass. We also stress the importance of meticulous radiological review in the context of appropriate clinical suspicion.
