Listeria meningitis complicated by hydrocephalus in an immunocompetent child: case report and review of the literature

ConclusionListeria is difficult to isolate and it is not susceptible to first-line treatment for bacterial meningitis with extended-spectrum cephalosporins. Early recognition is therefore crucial for a positive outcome. Pediatricians have to perform close clinical monitoring of these children and be aware of possible complications.A review of all cases of Listeria meningitis complicated by hydrocephalus in healthy children has been performed, to provide an overview on clinical features, treatment options and outcome.
Source: Italian Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research