Meningitis due to Streptococcus equi in a 73 year old woman with an osteodural defect

Meningitis due to Streptococcus equi in a 73 year old woman with an osteodural defect

Meningitis caused by Streptococcus equi (SE) is a rare disease associated with high rates of complications. Commonly identified risk factors are regular horse contact and consumption of unpasteurized dairy products. When diagnosed promptly, this infection can be cured.We report the case of a 73 year...

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Main Authors: Zaghdoudi Aida, Ammari Lamia, Zayet Souheil, Kilani Badreddine, Bukta Monika, Abdelmalek Rim, Berriche Aida, Harrabi Hajer, Tiouiri Benaissa Hanen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2020-01-01
Series:IDCases
Subjects:
Meningitis
Streptococcus equi
Osteodural defect
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214250920300871

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