Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Brain Abscess l: Introduction01:26

Brain Abscess l: Introduction

A brain abscess is a focal, intracerebral infection characterized by a localized collection of pus within the brain parenchyma, resulting from microbial invasion and the body’s inflammatory response. It progresses through stages: early and late cerebritis, followed by early and late capsule formation, reflecting tissue destruction, immune response, and eventual encapsulation.Etiology and PathogenesisCausative organisms vary with source and host factors, often involving polymicrobial infections,...
Fungal Phylum Ascomycota01:28

Fungal Phylum Ascomycota

Phylum Ascomycota, a major division within the subkingdom Dikarya, comprises a diverse range of fungal species, including both unicellular yeasts and filamentous molds such as Aspergillus and Penicillium. These fungi thrive in a variety of habitats, from aquatic ecosystems to terrestrial environments, playing crucial ecological and economic roles.Morphology and ReproductionThe defining characteristic of Ascomycetes, commonly referred to as sac fungi, is the ascus—a sac-like structure that...
Bacterial Meningitis I: Introduction01:22

Bacterial Meningitis I: Introduction

Bacterial meningitis is a severe, life-threatening inflammation of the meninges, particularly the pia mater and arachnoid mater, affecting the subarachnoid space, ventricles, and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). If untreated, it can lead to significant neurological complications or death.Causative AgentsCommon pathogens vary with age and immune status. In adults, major organisms include Streptococcus pneumoniae, Neisseria meningitidis, and Haemophilus influenzae. Streptococcus agalactiae (group B...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Telomere maintaining germline and somatic variants in thyroid cancer and melanoma.

medRxiv : the preprint server for health sciences·2026
Same author

Randomized Phase I/II Clinical Trial of a Melanoma Helper Peptide Vaccine with or without Systemic Agonistic Anti-CD27 Antibody (Varlilumab).

Cancer research communications·2026
Same author

Complete Response to Nivolumab-Relatlimab Following Progression of Invasive Sinonasal Mucosal Melanoma on First-Line Nivolumab-Ipilimumab: A Case Report.

Cancer reports (Hoboken, N.J.)·2026
Same author

Cerium-Based Mixed-Metallic Organic Frameworks: Recent Advances in Syntheses and Applications.

Chemistry (Weinheim an der Bergstrasse, Germany)·2026
Same author

A phase 1 study of berzosertib (M6620, VX-970) in combination with cisplatin and radiation in patients with locally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (ETCTN 9950).

Cancer·2026
Same author

Phase I/II clinical trial of a melanoma vaccine targeting shared non-mutated antigens and a shared mutated BRAF neoantigen with an agonistic CD40 antibody (CDX-1140) plus TLR3 agonist (poly-ICLC).

Journal for immunotherapy of cancer·2026
Same journal

Characteristics of E-Cigarette, or Vaping, Product Use-Associated Lung Injury (EVALI) Patients.

The Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society·2023
Same journal

Demonstration of a simple do-it-yourself test of mask barrier function using widely available commercial products.

The Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society·2021
Same journal

Absurdities From the Wrong Side of the Sheets Part 4 - Moving On.

The Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society·2018
Same journal

Education Coupled With In-Situ High Fidelity Simulation Improves Medical-Surgical RN Code Blue Comfort Levels.

The Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society·2018
Same journal

Fatal Case of Disseminated Cryptococcosis In a Young Man.

The Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society·2018
Same journal

Antibiotic Stewardship is a National Security Priority.

The Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society·2018
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 8, 2026

Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy and Pineal Biopsy from a Single Entry Point
03:13

Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy and Pineal Biopsy from a Single Entry Point

Published on: June 28, 2024

Aspergillus brain abscess.

Nutan Bhaskar1, Khalid Mohammad, Varinder Kaur

  • 1University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, USA.

The Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society
|September 11, 2013
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Aspergillus brain abscess is a rare but serious fungal infection. Immunosuppression from systemic steroids increases the risk of opportunistic infections like invasive aspergillosis.

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 8, 2026

Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy and Pineal Biopsy from a Single Entry Point
03:13

Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy and Pineal Biopsy from a Single Entry Point

Published on: June 28, 2024

Area of Science:

  • Mycology
  • Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Aspergillus brain abscess is a rare clinical entity.
  • Fungi are typically low virulence but pose a threat to immunocompromised individuals.
  • Systemic steroids, while common for inflammatory conditions, can lead to immune suppression.

Observation:

  • The case involved a patient on systemic steroids, leading to immune suppression.
  • This immune-compromised state created a vulnerability to opportunistic infections.

Findings:

  • The patient developed a fatal intra-cranial aspergillosis.
  • This highlights the significant risk of invasive fungal infections in immunocompromised hosts.

Implications:

  • Physicians must be aware of opportunistic infection risks in patients on systemic steroids.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing invasive aspergillosis.
  • This case underscores the need for vigilance regarding fungal infections in immunocompromised patients.