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My wife ct scan report show three calcified nodular lesions with no perilesional edema in left prontal and left occipital. largest measuring approx 5x?

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5mm?: Do you mean 5mm? It is possible that this may represent chronic changes of cysticercosis. This is more likely in patients with an hispanic background. I would recommend referral to a neurologist for work-up to make sure about this.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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