Case 116. Herpes simplex virus encephalitis (28 y-o M)
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Case 116. Herpes simplex virus encephalitis (28 y-o M) |
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Autopsied brain showing hemorrhagic encephalitis in the temporal lobe
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In HSV encephalitis, hemorrhagic necrosis of the temporal lobe is characteristic. Histologically, intranuclear inclusions are seen mainly in neurons. Vacuolated neuropil and mild gliosis are associated (HE). | ||
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