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Definition of Listeriosis
1. Noun. An infectious disease of animals and humans (especially newborn or immunosuppressed persons) caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes; in sheep and cattle the infection frequently involves the central nervous system and causes various neurological symptoms.
Definition of Listeriosis
1. Noun. (medicine) An infectious disease of humans and animals caused by the bacteria ''Listeria monocytogenes'' and ''Listeria ivanovii'', often through contaminated food. ¹
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Definition of Listeriosis
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Medical Definition of Listeriosis
1. Infection with one of the Listeria bacteria capable of causing miscarriage (spontaneous abortion), stillbirth and premature birth. (12 Dec 1998)