Neurobrucellosis presenting with the features of meningoencephalitis: A case report from Nepal.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction and importance

Brucellosis or Malta fever is a zoonotic disease caused by the Brucella species. Patients with neurobrucellosis may present with features of meningoencephalitis. Thus, a high degree of suspicion is required for the diagnosis in the endemic region.

Case presentation

A 13-year old female with a history of exposure to domestic animals presented with the features of meningoencephalitis (intermittent fever with chills and rigor and generalized tonic-clonic seizure).

Clinical findings and investigations

Examination revealed drowsy and lethargic patient with bilateral edema up to mid-shin. Neck rigidity was present. Lab findings include leukocytosis with neutrophilic and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (25 mm/hr). CECT of the brain revealed vasogen

SUBMITTER: Acharya A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9422267 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature