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Salmonella enteritidis brain abscess: case report and review
J C Sarria1, A M Vidal, R C Kimbrough
1Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, 3601 4th street, 79430, Lubbock, TX, USA.
Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery
|January 13, 2001
Summary
Intracranial infections from Salmonella enteritidis are rare but serious. This case highlights a brain abscess linked to a brain neoplasm, emphasizing the need for vigilance in diagnosing and treating these unusual salmonellosis complications.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
- Oncology
Background:
- Intracranial infections are uncommon but severe complications of salmonellosis.
- Salmonellosis typically presents as gastrointestinal illness, but can disseminate to cause serious infections.
Observation:
- A case of brain abscess caused by Salmonella enteritidis is presented.
- The abscess was found in conjunction with an underlying brain neoplasm.
Findings:
- This case underscores the unusual presentation of Salmonella enteritidis as a brain abscess.
- The co-occurrence with a brain neoplasm suggests a potential link or predisposing factor.
Implications:
- Early recognition and aggressive management are crucial for improving outcomes in intracranial salmonellosis.
- Further research may elucidate the relationship between neoplasms and the risk of Salmonella brain abscesses.
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