Multiple, Diffuse Brain Abscesses due to Listeria Monocytogenes
Journal of the Korean Neurological Association
;
: 300-303, 2003.
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in Korean
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ABSTRACT
CNS infection due to Listeria monocytogenes is a rare condition that occurs primarily in immunocompromised patients. A predilection for the brainstem has been proposed but definite abscess formation is extremely rare. We report a case of necrotizing meningoencephalitis with diffuse extensive abscesses caused by Listeria monocytogenes in a chronic diabetic patient, whose diagnosis was based on blood culture and MRI findings.
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Main subject:
Brain
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Brain Abscess
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Brain Stem
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Immunocompromised Host
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Diagnosis
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Abscess
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Listeria
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Listeria monocytogenes
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Meningoencephalitis
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
Limits:
Humans
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Journal of the Korean Neurological Association
Year:
2003
Type:
Article
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