Listeria - ț̢
A genus of bacteria which may be found in the feces of animals and man, on vegetation, and in silage. Its species are parasitic on cold-blooded and warm-blooded animals, including man.
Synonyms :
Listeria Infections - ț̢
Infections with bacteria of the genus LISTERIA.
Listeria monocytogenes - ț̢
A species of gram-positive, rod-shaped bacteria widely distributed in nature. It has been isolated from sewage, soil, silage, and from feces of healthy animals and man. Infection with this bacterium leads to encephalitis, meningitis, endocarditis, and abortion.
Synonyms :
Listonella - ț̢
A genus of gram-negative bacteria with curved rods, in the family VIBRIONACEAE. The organisms are chemoorganotrophic and are found in marine environments.