Focal neurological manifestations in Legionellosis

J Assoc Physicians India. 2005 Aug:53:731-3.

Abstract

Legionnaires' disease is an atypical pneumonia with protean multisystem manifestations. Neurological involvement in legionellosis is rare and tends to be among the presenting manifestations. We report a previously healthy young lady who developed focal sensory deficits and cerebellar dysfunction after clinical recovery from Legionella pneumonia. The care is unusual for the delayed appearance of striking focal sensory abnormalities and cerebellar dysfunction.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cerebellar Ataxia / diagnosis
  • Cerebellar Ataxia / etiology*
  • Electrophysiology
  • Female
  • Gadolinium
  • Humans
  • Legionellosis / complications*
  • Legionellosis / diagnosis*
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Nursing Staff, Hospital
  • Radiculopathy / diagnosis
  • Radiculopathy / etiology*
  • Risk Factors

Substances

  • Gadolinium