Publications by authors named "Quan-Hui Tan"
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- The text discusses a patient with osteomyelitis caused by a type of nontuberculous mycobacterium, highlighting the challenges of recurring infections.
- The patient was treated with a combination of antibiotics, including cefoxitin, amikacin, and linezolid.
- The conclusion emphasizes the benefits of metagenomic next-generation sequencing (NGS) for diagnosing and treating listeria meningitis, as it allows for quicker identification of pathogens and can guide timely and effective treatment adjustments.
Background: Listeria meningitis is an infectious disease of the central nervous system caused by . This bacterium is widely present in the natural environment and can be transmitted through channels such as food and water. Patients usually show symptoms such as fever, headache, and neck stiffness.
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