Multiple, Diffuse Brain Abscesses due to Listeria Monocytogenes
Journal of the Korean Neurological Association
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: 300-303, 2003.
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em Coreano
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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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Abscesso Encefálico
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Tronco Encefálico
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Imageamento por Ressonância Magnética
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Hospedeiro Imunocomprometido
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Diagnóstico
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Abscesso
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Listeria
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Listeria monocytogenes
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Meningoencefalite
Tipo de estudo:
Estudo diagnóstico
Limite:
Humanos
Idioma:
Coreano
Revista:
Journal of the Korean Neurological Association
Ano de publicação:
2003
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