Focal status epilepticus as the first manifestation of paracoccidioidomycosis

Marcondes C. França, R. De Castro, M. L.F. Balthazar, A. V. Faria, F. Cendes

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Abstract

We report a 56-year old man with prolonged focal motor status epilepticus as the first clinical manifestation of paracoccidioidomycosis (PCM) and discuss this unusual presentation. We emphasize the need for a comprehensive work-up and increased awareness for central nervous system involvement in PCM, particularly in endemic areas.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)73-74
Number of pages2
JournalEuropean Journal of Neurology
Volume12
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2005
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Central nervous system
  • Focal status epilepticus
  • Neuroimaging
  • Paracoccidioidomycosis

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Neurology
  • Clinical Neurology

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