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The finding of even some eosinophils in human cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) raises the suspicion of certain pathologic states. Helminthic infestation of the central nervous system (CNS), particularly with the rat lungworm Angiostrongylus cantonensis, is the most common cause of eosinophilic…
Anti-infection Strategies Infections are the cause of significant morbidity and mortality after transplantation, both in the immediate post-operative period and beyond ( Fig. 19.1 ). Anti-infection strategies include preventive measures, such as antimicrobial prophylaxis or vaccination (see Chapter 6 ),…