Lymphocytic choriomeningitis

Definition

Lymphocytic choriomeningitis is a rodent-borne viral infectious disease that presents as aseptic meningitis, encephalitis, or meningoencephalitis. Infections without symptoms or mild febrile illnesses are common clinical manifestations. Pregnancy-related infection has been associated with congenital hydrocephalus, chorioretinitis, and mental retardation. Individuals become infected after exposure to fresh urine, droppings, saliva, or nesting materials.

Exclusions

• Encephalitis due to Lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus
• meningoencephalitis due to Lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus

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