Brain cysticercosis is a disease belonging to the group of central nervous system infections, which is very dangerous if not detected and treated early. This disease is often caused by infection with pathogenic larvae in the environment where pigs live, so it is necessary to pay attention to this epidemiological factor to reduce the possibility of disease.

Pork tapeworm disease is common all over the world, including Vietnam. People get sick by eating food or drinking water containing undercooked pork tapeworm larvae or eggs. Biopsy of subcutaneous cysts and serological diagnosis (ELISA) are some of the diagnostic tests for pork tapeworm.