📋Overview
Listeriosis is an infection caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. It is primarily a foodborne illness that can cause serious illness, especially in certain high-risk groups. The term 'listeriosis' is the modern preferred term and is widely used in clinical and public health contexts.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0023860ICD-10-CM
A32A32.9
MeSH
D008088
SNOMED CT (US)
4241002721739005
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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