J Korean Neurol Assoc.
2024 Nov;42(4):382-386. 10.17340/jkna.2024.0045.
Hematogenous Brain Abscess Resulting from Prostatic Abscess Caused by Klebsiella pneumoniae
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- 1Department of Neurology, Myongji Hospital, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Goyang, Korea
- KMID: 2560999
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.17340/jkna.2024.0045
Abstract
- Brain abscess, a life-threatening infection, can result from hematogenous spread. Although uncommon, Klebsiella pneumoniae can lead to brain abscess and systemic dissemination. In this case report, Klebsiella pneumoniae brain abscess, linked with prostate abscess, in a 57-year-old diabetic male with liver cirrhosis and hepatitis B, resulted in fatal sepsis despite antibiotic therapy. This case underscores Klebsiella\'s grave risk in immunocompromised patients, highlighting brain abscess and high mortality. Early diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation for multiple organ involvement are crucial.
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