Headache on the Farm: A Neurological Puzzle

A 14-year-old boy from a farm presents with chronic headaches and Vomiting. MRI reveals a complex brain cyst. Explore the diagnostic journey and management.

Cystic echinococcosis


A previously healthy 14-year-old boy who lived on a farm presented with a 1-month history of episodic headaches associated with vomiting. Magnetic resonance imaging of the head was performed. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

What is the most likely diagnosis?

Arachnoid cysts
Colloid cyst
Cystic echinococcosis
Neurocysticercosis
Pineal cyst

Cystic echinococcosis, Echinococcus granulosus, Hydatid cyst, Neurosurgery, Zoonosis

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