Open Forum Infectious Diseases· 2021Q1
Clinical Presentation, Management, and Outcomes of Patients With Brain Abscess due to <i>Nocardia</i> Species
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A retrospective study of 24 patients found Nocardia species, particularly Nocardia farcinica, are an important cause of brain abscess, especially in immunocompromised individuals (62.5%), with dual antimicrobial therapy and early aspiration aiding resolution.
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