Listeria Monocytogenes Meningitis in a Renal Transplant Recipient - A Case Report
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Gastrointestinal tract is the main entry for Listeria monocytogenes. Thus, the most common manifestation of infection is enteritis, but meningitis and meningoencephalitis may also occur. Unless recognized and treated, Listeria infections can result in significant morbidity and mortality, especially in immunocompromised hosts. We report a case of Listeria monocytogenes meningitis in a renal transplant recipient successfully treated with ampicilin. The patient recovered completely with stable graft function.
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