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An uncommon complication of Listeria monocytogenes infection: Polyradiculoneuritis following Listeria meningoencephalitis

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Listeria monocytogenes, primarily a foodborne pathogen, is commonly responsible for disorders affecting the central nervous system and cranial nerves. We hereby present the first case to our knowledge of listeriosis… Click to show full abstract

Listeria monocytogenes, primarily a foodborne pathogen, is commonly responsible for disorders affecting the central nervous system and cranial nerves. We hereby present the first case to our knowledge of listeriosis linked to a peripheral neurological disorder causing acute upper limb weakness.

Keywords: complication listeria; listeria; infection polyradiculoneuritis; listeria monocytogenes; uncommon complication; monocytogenes infection

Journal Title: IDCases
Year Published: 2018

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