Multiple, Diffuse Brain Abscesses due to Listeria Monocytogenes

J Korean Neurol Assoc > Volume 21(3); 2003 > Article

Journal of the Korean Neurological Association 2003;21(3): 300-303.

Listeria monocytogenes에 의한 다발성 뇌농양 1예

김미애 , 주종규 김승민 정연경 선우일남

연세대학교 의과대학 신경과학교실

Multiple, Diffuse Brain Abscesses due to Listeria Monocytogenes

Mi Ae Kim

Department of Neurology, Yonsei University College of Medicine

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.Key Words: Listeria monocytogenes, Brain abscess, MRI"

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