Abstract
We present a case of pneumococcal meningitis complicated by leukoencephalopathy. Possible pathogenic mechanisms, a diagnostic pitfall, and optimal treatment options are discussed.
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Karnofsky Performance Status
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Leukoencephalopathies / diagnosis
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Leukoencephalopathies / etiology*
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods
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Meningitis, Pneumococcal / complications*