Author: Gerstein, Shawn; Gautam-Goyal, Pranisha; Goyal, Sameer
Title: A case of Listeria monocytogenes meningitis complicated by Hydrocephalus and Intraventricular hemorrhage: A review of treatment options and outcomes Document date: 2020_1_18
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Snippet: Listeria monocytogenes is a gram positive bacillus known for causing invasive disease such as bacteremia and CNS (Central Nervous System) infections in vulnerable populations including pregnant women, immunosuppressed patients, and those at extremes of age including neonates and the elderly. It is primarily thought to be acquired from food, including raw vegetables, dairy, meat, fish, and poultry. CNS manifestations can range from a mild febrile .....
Document: Listeria monocytogenes is a gram positive bacillus known for causing invasive disease such as bacteremia and CNS (Central Nervous System) infections in vulnerable populations including pregnant women, immunosuppressed patients, and those at extremes of age including neonates and the elderly. It is primarily thought to be acquired from food, including raw vegetables, dairy, meat, fish, and poultry. CNS manifestations can range from a mild febrile illness with mental status changes to more severe manifestations including coma and death. Meningoencephalitis is the most common CNS Listeria infection, with less common complications including ventriculitis, rhomboencephalitis, hemorrhage, and hydrocephalus [2] .
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