Brain abscess due to Streptococcus MG-intermedius (Streptococcus milleri).
Three cases of brain abscesses due to Streptococcus MG-intermedius are reported, and the literature pertaining to this subject is reviewed. The importance of careful and complete identification of these etiological agents of infection is stressed. The clinical presentation, the origin of S. MG-intermedius producing brain abscess, and its relation to hepatic abscesses and endocarditis are discussed.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001922:Brain Abscess / Q000209:etiology* / Q000382:microbiology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013290:Streptococcal Infections / Q000382:microbiology; D013291:Streptococcus / Q000145:classification / Q000302:isolation & purification