Tick-Borne Encephalitis Presenting as Brachial Plexus Injury: A Case Report.

Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a viral infection with variable clinical presentations, including neurological complications. We report a case of TBE in a 34-year-old farmer from an endemic region in Poland. The patient initially presented with paresis of the right brachial plexus.

Mortality Associated with Surgical Site Infections Following Cardiac Surgery: Insights from the International ID-IRI Study.

Objectives: Surgical site infections (SSIs) after cardiac surgery increase morbidity and mortality rates. This multicenter study aimed to identify mortality risk factors associated with SSIs after heart surgery.

Methods: Conducted from January to March 2023, this prospective study included 167 patients aged >16 years with post-heart surgery SSIs.

Severe Cases of Tick-Borne Encephalitis in Northeastern Poland.

Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is the most prevalent viral infection of the central nervous system (CNS) in Poland. The disease is characterized by the presence of two stages. The first phase, called the viremic stage, presents with flu-like symptoms, while the second stage of TBE is characterized by damage to the nervous system and may follow a severe and dramatic course.

Anti-Tick-Bourne Encephalitis IgM Intrathecal Synthesis as a Prediction Marker in Tick-Borne Encephalitis Patients.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the usefulness of IgM anti-Tick-Borne Encephalitis (anti-TBE) intrathecal synthesis in the diagnosis and prediction of the clinical course of the disease. Thirty-six patients were included in the study (patients reported symptoms such as fever, headache, fatigue, and nausea/vomiting). CRP, White Blood Cells (WBC), pleocytosis, Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) protein concentration, CSF albumin concentration, serum IgM, serum IgG, CSF IgM, CSF IgG, IgM Index, IgG Index, and IgG Index/IgM Index ratio were the parameters which were examined in the individuals.

Evaluating the need for standardised disease manifestation categories in patients infected with the tick-borne encephalitis virus: A Delphi panel.

Categorization systems for tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV) infection lack consistency in classifying disease severity. To evaluate the need for a standard, consensus-based categorisation system for TBEV infection across subtypes, we gathered an expert panel of clinicians and scientists with diverse expertise in TBEV infection. Consensus was sought using the Delphi technique, which consisted of 2 web-based survey questionnaires and a final, virtual, consensus-building exercise.

[The changing epidemiology of tick-borne encephalitis: epidemic surveillance and disease prevention challenges].

The increasing number of cases of tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) reported in recent years in Europe and, more recently, in Poland is a consequence of factors related to climate and environmental change leading to increasing tick populations and human behavior favoring exposure. In Poland, there is considerable regional variation in the incidence of TBE, resulting, among other factors, from underreporting of all cases and limited access to laboratory diagnostics. The consequence is low public awareness of the disease and insufficient use of vaccination as optimal prevention.

Imaging modalities in neurolisteriosis: a literature review.

Listeriosis caused by due to its ability to withstand harsh conditions and form biofilms on post-processed food poses a serious public health issue. It typically manifests itself with fever and gastrointestinal symptoms, but it can escalate with life-threatening conditions, especially in immunocompromised patients, the elderly, oncologically sick, and even pregnant women. The diagnosis is based on blood and cerebrospinal fluid culture growth, but it presents significant challenges due to deceptive findings and low positivity rates, the golden standard includes molecular diagnostic tests such as real-time PCR and metagenomic next-generation sequencing, which offer higher sensitivity and rapid detection.

Identification of New Microfoci and Genetic Characterization of Tick-Borne Encephalitis Virus Isolates from Eastern Germany and Western Poland.

(1) Background: Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is the most important tick-borne viral disease in Eurasia, although effective vaccines are available. Caused by the tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV, syn. ), in Europe, it is transmitted by ticks like and .

Case report: atypical presentation of acute disseminated encephalomyelitis after tick-borne encephalitis.

Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is a rare and an immune- mediated inflammatory illness of the central nervous system that normally demonstrates as a monophasic disorder connected with multifocal neurologic symptoms. Herein, we report atypical presentation of ADEM presenting as single lesions in a middle-aged woman after tick-borne encephalitis.

A fatal case of tick-borne encephalitis in an immunocompromised patient: case report from Northeastern Poland and review of literature.

Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is an infectious illness of the central nervous system caused by the TBE virus, which is commonly transmitted through a tick-bite. TBE is endemic in Europe and mid-Asia. In this study, we report a case of a 36-year-old woman, living in Northeastern Poland, with a history of double corneal transplantation and post-transplant immunosuppressive therapy who was admitted to hospital because of progressive weakness, acute headache, nausea, vertigo, vomiting, and fever.

Case report: severe course of encephalitis of unknown origin.

The exact cause of encephalitis is still unclear in many cases, although the common etiological factors of this process are viruses such as herpes simplex virus and rabies virus, and also bacteria, fungi, parasites, several medicines and autoimmune diseases. Herein, we report a case of a 56-year-old man with a history of amnestic syndrome, impaired consciousness, somnolence throughout the day, headache, dizziness and hypertension, who was admitted to hospital with suspected neurological disease, and imaging features that were consistent with encephalitis of unknown etiology. Methods which were used to examine patient: cerebrospinal fluid testing, PCR examinations for viruses, testing of antibodies against surface antigens, magnetic resonance imaging of the head, psychiatric consultation, oncology consultation.

Evaluation of imaging methods in cerebral toxoplasmosis.

Cerebral toxoplasmosis is a parasitic disease resulting, in most cases, from a reactivation of a latent cyst with . The disease mainly affects immunosuppressed individuals, such as HIV (human immunodeficiency virus)-infected patients. Diagnosis is based on specialized antibody testing, clinical symptoms, neuroimaging methods, and histological examination.

Impact of SARS-CoV-2 on the nervous system.

Introduction: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is the largest global public health struggle. The spread of the novel coronavirus had resulted in almost 7 million deaths worldwide by January 2023.

State Of The Art: The most common symptoms during the acute phase of COVID-19 are respiratory.

Recommendations to Improve Tick-Borne Encephalitis Surveillance and Vaccine Uptake in Europe.

There has been an increase in reported TBE cases in Europe since 2015, reaching a peak in some countries in 2020, highlighting the need for better management of TBE risk in Europe. TBE surveillance is currently limited, in part, due to varying diagnostic guidelines, access to testing, and awareness of TBE. Consequently, TBE prevalence is underestimated and vaccination recommendations inadequate.

Vaccine hesitancy and refusal among parents: An international ID-IRI survey.

Introduction: Although vaccines are the safest and most effective means to prevent and control infectious diseases, the increasing rate of vaccine hesitancy and refusal (VHR) has become a worldwide concern. We aimed to find opinions of parents on vaccinating their children and contribute to available literature in order to support the fight against vaccine refusal by investigating the reasons for VHR on a global scale.

Methodology: In this international cross-sectional multicenter study conducted by the Infectious Diseases International Research Initiative (ID-IRI), a questionnaire consisting of 20 questions was used to determine parents' attitudes towards vaccination of their children.

Anti-TBE Intrathecal Synthesis as a Prediction Marker in TBE Patients.

Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is an emerging vector-borne disease in Europe caused by tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV), which belongs to Flaviviridae. Although most of the patients quickly recover from TBE, some require further neurological and psychiatric treatment due to persistent symptoms. The aim of the study was to evaluate the usefulness of an antibodies index for predicting the course of the disease and potential persistent sequalae.

Severe tick-borne encephalitis in a patient recovered from COVID 19.

North-eastern Poland is an endemic region for tick-borne encephalitis (TBE). The COVID-19 pandemic overlapped with the activity period of ticks that are the main vectors for TBE. As we know from short observation worldwide, SARS-CoV-2 virus affects significantly the immune system and can lead to serious complications of other infections even in previously healthy patients.

Analyzing central-line associated bloodstream infection prevention bundles in 22 countries: The results of ID-IRI survey.

Background: Because central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) are a significant complication of central venous access, it is critical to prevent CLABSIs through the use of central line bundles. The purpose of this study was to take a snapshot of central venous access bundles in various countries.

Methods: The participants in intensive care units (ICUs) completed a questionnaire that included information about the health center, infection control procedures, and central line maintenance.

The COVID-19 vaccination acceptance/hesitancy rate and its determinants among healthcare workers of 91 Countries: A multicenter cross-sectional study.

The aim of this study was to investigate the COVID-19 vaccination acceptance rate and its determinants among healthcare workers in a multicenter study. This was a cross-sectional multi-center survey conducted from February 5 to April 29, 2021. The questionnaire consisted of 26 items in 6 subscales.

COVID-19 pandemic in Podlaskie Voivodeship - analysis of infection and deaths in 2021.

Introduction: The course of COVID-19 pandemic in specific regions is affected by a variety of factors. Out of them, the one of the most significant is vaccination coverage among the population. This parameter in the first year of the vaccination program (2021), was particularly low in Podlaskie Voivodeship, compared to the whole country.

Fahr syndrome - an incidental finding in a patient with lymphocytic meningitis.

Fahr syndrome is a rare condition mainly characterized by symmetric and bilateral calcification of basal ganglia and cerebellar nuclei. Herein, we report a case of a 67-year-old woman with a history of parathyroidectomy and Parkinsonism, who was admitted to hospital with suspected neuroinfection, and imaging features that were consistent with Fahr syndrome. The objective of this study is to teach clinicians about a neurologic illness that requires comprehensive medical and neurologic investigation due to the manifestations of lymphocytic meningitis might distract you from Fahr syndrome symptoms.