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Brain abscess caused by <i>Morganella morganii</i>: A case report and review of the literature

Saad Moussa Elmi
Abad C. Chérif El Asri
Madina Rabileh Yassin
Yao Christian Hugues Dokponou
Soufiyan El Attari
Fresnel Lutèce Ontsi Obame
Miloudi Gazzaz

20243 citationsOpen accessMohammed V University

Abstract

We report this case to create awareness among neurosurgeons and microbiologists that <i>M. morganii</i>, even though uncommon, is a cause of cerebral brain abscess. Prompt surgical management and appropriate antimicrobial therapy is the treatment of choice.

Research topics

Bacterial Infections and Vaccines
Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management
Amoebic Infections and Treatments

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.25259/sni_759_2023

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