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[A cerebral abscess due to Listeria monocytogenes in a 15-month-old infant]
J Mancini1, M Choux, N Pinsard
1Service de Neurologie Pédiatrique, Hôpital d'Enfants, CHU Timone, Marseille.
Abstract:
We report a case of brain abscess due to Listeria monocytogenes in an infant. We recall that listeriosis is infrequent in pediatric patients beyond the neonatal period, that most cases occur in immunocompromised hosts, and that clinical features are non-specific in neuromeningeal forms. Management of brain abscesses is discussed. The role of the patient's general health condition seems to have a determinant influence on prognosis.
Insights
This case study details a brain abscess in an infant caused by Listeria monocytogenes. It highlights the rarity of pediatric listeriosis and the non-specific symptoms of neurological infections.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
- Neurology
- Microbiology
Background:
- Listeriosis is rare in children past the neonatal stage.
- Neuromeningeal listeriosis often presents with non-specific clinical signs.
- Immunocompromised status is a common risk factor for severe Listeria infections.
Observation:
- A case of brain abscess caused by Listeria monocytogenes in an infant is presented.
- The infant's overall health status potentially influenced the disease's progression.
Findings:
- Listeria monocytogenes can cause severe central nervous system infections like brain abscesses in infants.
- Early recognition and management are crucial, though clinical presentation can be subtle.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering Listeria monocytogenes in infant brain abscesses, even outside typical neonatal periods.
- Effective management strategies for pediatric brain abscesses require careful consideration of the pathogen and patient's immune status.
- Further research into the specific factors influencing prognosis in infant Listeria brain abscesses is warranted.