Molecular Identification of Leuconostoc mesenteroides as a Cause of Brain Abscess in an Immunocompromised Patient
- 2006-08
- Journal of Clinical Microbiology 44(8)
- A. Albanese
- T. Spanu
- M. Sali
- F. Novegno
- T. D'Inzeo
- R. Santangelo
- A. Mangiola
- C. Anile
- G. Fadda
- PubMed: 16891540
- DOI: 10.1128/JCM.00448-06
Study Design
- Type
- Case Report
- Sample size
- n = 1
- Population
- Immunocompromised patients
- Methods
- Case report
Abstract
Leuconostoc species are emerging pathogens that can cause severe infections, particularly in immunocompromised patients. Using molecular methods, we identified Leuconostoc mesenteroides as the cause of a brain abscess which was successfully treated by surgery and antimicrobial treatment. This is the first report of brain abscess caused by this species.