Publications by authors named "Pongwat Polpong"
Article Synopsis
- Human gnathostomiasis is a rare infection primarily caused by eating raw or undercooked freshwater fish, leading to symptoms like inflammation and neurological issues.
- This study is the first to provide evidence of neurognathostomiasis by detecting the larvae in a patient’s brain during surgery, using various diagnostic methods including MRI and proteomics.
- Key findings included the identification of the larvae's unique spines, a specific Western blot reaction, and potential biomarkers for brain injury, offering insights into the host-parasite interaction and post-surgical prognosis.
Acquired Lumbosacral Spinal Dural Arteriovenous Fistula in Association with Degenerative Lumbosacral Disc Herniation and Spinal Canal Stenosis: Report of Two Cases and Review of the Literature.
Asian J Neurosurg
October 2020
The authors describe two cases harboring lumbosacral spinal dural arteriovenous fistulas (SDAVFs) manifested with nonspecific initial symptoms, leading to misdiagnosis and unnecessary procedures. A curvilinear flow void in the lumbar region and thoracic cord congestion with subtle perimedullary flow voids were detected on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in both patients. Contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance angiography and spinal angiography confirmed the SDAVFs in the lower lumbar and sacral region.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCysticercosis and sparganosis are not uncommon parasitic infections in the developing world. Central nervous system infection by both cestodes can present with neurological signs and symptoms, such as seizure and mass effect, including brain hernia. Early detection and accurate diagnosis can prevent a fatal outcome.
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