Abstract
Listeria monocytogenes is an uncommon cause of brain abscesses. Immunocompromised hosts, pregnant women and patients at extremes of age are especially susceptible. We discuss the successful management of a woman with autoimmune hepatitis on prednisone and azathioprine therapy with a L. monocytogenes brain abscess. Previously thought to be a rare cause of central nervous system (CNS) infection, the incidence of CNS listeriosis has increased due to a rise in organ and bone marrow transplantation requiring immunosuppressive medications. L. monocytogenes brain abscesses are now more frequently described and are associated with high rates of concomitant bacteremia suggesting a hematogenous route of infection.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | e00569 |
Journal | IDCases |
Volume | 17 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2019 |
Keywords
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Azathioprine
- Brain abscess
- Listeria monocytogenes
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Infectious Diseases