Neurosurgeon removes live worm from woman's brain in world-first discovery

Synopsis

In a world first, Dr. Hari Priya Bandi, a neurosurgeon at Canberra Hospital in Australia, removes a live eight-centimeter worm from a 64-year-old woman's brain. The worm, identified as the larva of an Australian native roundworm, was discovered during a biopsy operation last summer. The patient had been admitted to the hospital after experiencing forgetfulness and worsening depression over three months. During the surgery, Dr. Bandi and her team found abnormal brain tissue that resembled a tumor. Upon further investigation, they were shocked to find a moving, linear creature instead. This unprecedented discovery highlights the potential for previously unknown parasites to affect human health, marking a significant moment in medical history.