Abstract
Background:Neurocysticercosis is a common cerebral parasitic infestation, caused due to pork tapeworm infection the infestations risks parallels the socio-economic status, personal hygiene and education. The effect of NCC was assessed in neurocognition.Objective:To study demographic characteristics and neurocognitive domains of patients with NeurocysticercosisMethods:Neurocysticercosis diagnosed patients by CT, MRI and LAMP tests. MMSE score was measured for assessment.Results:MMSE score were reduced in majority of the patients. In attention was the most common deficit found. Repeat MMSE assessment done in 6 patients showed an improvement of scores post therapyConclusion:Cognitive involvement is common in NCC and is a major cause of morbidity.
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