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A rising threat: Emergence of Listeria monocytogenes infection from hilly terrain of North India

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Listeria monocytogenes is a foodborne pathogen capable of causing severe invasive infections, particularly meningitis, in neonates, immunocompromised individuals, and pregnant women. This report represents a neonate with multiple complications including meningitis. This case underscores the diagnostic difficulties and therapeutic challenges posed by L. monocytogenes, especially in high-risk populations. Early recognition, timely antimicrobial therapy, and close long-term follow-up are critical for improving outcomes in affected patients and minimizing the risk of neurological sequelae or fatal progression.

Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijmmb.2026.101048

Authors: Pratiksha Kamboj, Vanya Singh, Priyal Anand, Balram Ji Omar

Institution: All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh

Language: English

Topic: Listeria monocytogenes in Food Safety

Subfield: Biotechnology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,210