Infections

  • David A. Hilton
  • Aditya G. Shivane
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Abstract

The nervous tissue is well protected by the bone, meningeal coverings and an immune system, from invasion by microbes. A breach in the protective barriers or a deficiency of the immune system may result in infection by various microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa. This chapter begins with the list of terms used to describe infections in different neuroanatomical locations. The microorganisms causing CNS infection may be confined to certain geographic locations, affect specific neuroanatomical compartments and specific age groups. This chapter discusses some of the more common infections affecting the CNS worldwide with an emphasis on the role of brain biopsy and other newer microbiological tests in diagnosing these infectious diseases.

Keywords

Infection Microorganisms Meningitis Encephalitis Abscess 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • David A. Hilton
    • 1
  • Aditya G. Shivane
    • 1
  1. 1.Cellular and Anatomical Pathology Level 4Derriford HospitalPlymouthUK

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