Intraparotid lymph node toxoplasmosis diagnosis by fine needle aspiration cytology

This study presents a case of intraparotid lymph node toxoplasmosis diagnosed by fine needle aspiration cytology presenting bradyzoite- and tachyzoite-compatible structures associated with serology assays. After diagnosis, treatment comprised a triple antimicrobial scheme and follow-up for six months, and the patient reached total regression. Thus, it is concluded that FNAC associated to serology assays comprise adequate tools for toxoplasmosis diagnoses.
Source: Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Medicine, and Pathology - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research