Lemierre syndrome leading to an ischaemic stroke and malignant cerebral oedema

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (7) ◽  
pp. e243690
Author(s):  
Cesar Carballo Cuello ◽  
Orlando De Jesus ◽  
Eduardo J Labat ◽  
Emil A Pastrana
Keyword(s):  
Bacterial Infection ◽  
Ischaemic Stroke ◽  
Carotid Stenosis ◽  
Internal Jugular Vein ◽  
Decompressive Craniectomy ◽  
Cerebral Oedema ◽  
Jugular Vein ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Lemierre Syndrome

Lemierre syndrome is an often misdiagnosed disease caused by an anaerobic bacterial infection that produces thrombophlebitis of the internal jugular vein and septic metastasis to distal organs, especially the lungs. Carotid stenosis or thrombosis is a rare complication. We present a patient with Lemierre syndrome who developed malignant cerebral oedema secondary to an ischaemic stroke which required a decompressive craniectomy.

Superior sagittal sinus thrombosis complicating neck dissection

2010 ◽  
Vol 124 (10) ◽  
pp. 1126-1128
Author(s):  
D J Howe ◽  
M J Henderson ◽  
I Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Neck Dissection ◽  
Internal Jugular Vein ◽  
Superior Sagittal Sinus ◽  
Jugular Vein ◽  
Sinus Thrombosis ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Elective Neck Dissection ◽  
Sagittal Sinus ◽  
Sagittal Sinus Thrombosis ◽  
Superior Sagittal Sinus Thrombosis

AbstractObjective:To report a superior sagittal sinus thrombosis occurring as a rare complication of neck dissection, and to present a review of published literature.Case report:A 42-year-old man underwent an elective neck dissection for a tumour stage 2, node stage 2b, tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma, prior to chemoradiotherapy. During surgery, the right internal jugular vein was sacrificed as part of the resection, as tumour was adherent to it. Two weeks after surgery, the patient was readmitted with seizures. Subsequent computed tomography and magnetic resonance venography confirmed a superior sagittal sinus thrombosis. The patient was subsequently anticoagulated and underwent radiotherapy without further complication. A review of pre-operative imaging indicated a dominant internal jugular vein, ligation of which may have been a factor in the subsequent sagittal sinus thrombosis.Conclusion:Superior sagittal sinus thrombosis following neck dissection is a rare occurrence, with little reported in the literature. Dominant internal jugular vein anatomy may be evident on pre-operative imaging. An awareness of this complication may be helpful to surgeons contemplating sacrifice of the internal jugular vein.

Lemierre Syndrome: Not So Forgotten!

2014 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 176-179 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nishant Gupta ◽  
Stephen M. Kralovic ◽  
Dennis McGraw
Keyword(s):  
Internal Jugular Vein ◽  
Jugular Vein ◽  
Lymphatic Vessels ◽  
Fusobacterium Necrophorum ◽  
Septic Thrombophlebitis ◽  
Lemierre Syndrome ◽  
Travel History ◽  
Life Threatening Illness ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Bedside Ultrasonography

Lemierre syndrome is a rare and life-threatening illness. Often referred to as “the forgotten disease,” its incidence is reported to be as low as 1 in a million. The microorganism responsible for Lemierre syndrome is typically Fusobacterium necrophorum. The bacterium starts in the pharynx and peritonsillar tissue, then disseminates through lymphatic vessels. Severe sepsis rapidly develops, as does the hallmark of this syndrome: septic thrombophlebitis of the internal jugular vein. This report describes a case of Lemierre syndrome in a previously healthy 26-year-old man with life-threatening internal jugular vein thrombophlebitis following 2 weeks of an indolent course of pharyngitis. The patient’s initial presentation and extensive travel history as an Army veteran were particularly challenging aspects in establishing his diagnosis. The diagnosis of Lemierre syndrome is frequently delayed. Routine use of bedside ultrasonography may aid in rapid diagnosis of the disease.

scholarly journals Bilateral Internal Jugular Vein Thrombosis: An Unusual Presentation of Lemierre Syndrome

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 70-72
Author(s):  
Arpit Saxena ◽  
◽  
A V Ramesh ◽  
Poonam Raj Mehra ◽  
E. Nikhilesh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Internal Jugular Vein ◽  
Jugular Vein ◽  
Unusual Presentation ◽  
Jugular Vein Thrombosis ◽  
Lemierre Syndrome ◽  
Vein Thrombosis ◽  
Internal Jugular Vein Thrombosis

Massive hemoptysis following cannulation of right internal jugular vein for insertion of cuffed hemodialysis catheter: A rare complication of central venous catheterization

2020 ◽  
pp. 112972982091030
Author(s):  
Hamed Ghoddusi Johari ◽  
Mohammad Mehdi Lashkarizadeh ◽  
Parviz Mardani ◽  
Reza Shahriarirad
Keyword(s):  
Internal Jugular Vein ◽  
Jugular Vein ◽  
Main Bronchus ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Posterior Mediastinum ◽  
Chest Roentgenogram ◽  
Massive Hemoptysis ◽  
Rare Presentation ◽  
Hemodialysis Catheter ◽  
The Right

Here we report an extremely rare presentation of internal jugular vein catheterization, presenting as massive hemoptysis which was noted during right internal jugular vein cuffed hemodialysis catheter insertion of a 39-year-old man known-case of End-Stage Renal Disease. Chest roentgenogram and computerized tomography scan showed pleural effusion and misplacement of the tip of hemodialysis catheter in the posterior mediastinum causing possible damage to the right main bronchus. After chest tube insertion and removing the misplaced hemodialysis catheter, a proper cuffed catheter was inserted and the patient was discharged with an uneventful post-op course.

scholarly journals A case of Lemierre-like Syndrome: internal jugular vein thrombosis secondary to Staphylococcus aureus sternoclavicular joint septic arthritis

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Chaozer Er ◽  
Vanessa Hwee Ting Tey ◽  
Navin Kuthiah ◽  
Veeraraghavan Meyyur Aravamudan
Keyword(s):  
Staphylococcus Aureus ◽  
Septic Arthritis ◽  
Internal Jugular Vein ◽  
Jugular Vein ◽  
Sternoclavicular Joint ◽  
Jugular Vein Thrombosis ◽  
Lemierre Syndrome ◽  
Vein Thrombosis ◽  
Oropharyngeal Infection ◽  
Responsible Pathogen

Abstract Lemierre syndrome is the internal jugular vein (IJV) suppurative thrombophlebitis, usually secondary to oropharyngeal infection. Staphylococcus aureus is an emerging responsible pathogen. We report a unique case of IJV thrombosis secondary to methicillin-susceptible S. aureus sternoclavicular joint septic arthritis. We review the existing literature on Lemierre syndrome: its various manifestations, causative pathogens, treatment and management.

scholarly journals Isolated Facial Vein Thrombophlebitis: A Variant of Lemierre Syndrome

2014 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kirstine K.S. Karnov ◽  
Jacob Lilja-Fischer ◽  
Thomas Skov Randrup
Keyword(s):  
Blood Culture ◽  
Anaerobic Bacterium ◽  
Jugular Vein ◽  
Rare Complication ◽  
Fusobacterium Necrophorum ◽  
Acute Tonsillitis ◽  
Lemierre Syndrome ◽  
Septic Emboli ◽  
Facial Vein ◽  
Septic Thrombosis

Abstract Lemierre syndrome is a rare complication of acute tonsillitis. It is caused by the anaerobic bacterium Fusobacterium necrophorum and is characterized by bacteremia and septic thrombosis of the internal jugular vein. Dissemination of septic emboli may occur. The diagnosis can be difficult since different organs can be involved. We discuss a case of Lemierre syndrome in a 35-year-old woman with isolated thrombophlebitis of the facial vein and fusobacteria growth in blood culture. This case emphasizes the need for awareness of the condition.

scholarly journals A Case of Lemierre Syndrome Secondary to Otitis Media and Mastoiditis

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aynur Turan ◽  
Harun Cam ◽  
Yeliz Dadali ◽  
Serdar Korkmaz ◽  
Ali Özdek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Otitis Media ◽  
Internal Jugular Vein ◽  
Jugular Vein ◽  
Anaerobic Bacteria ◽  
Transverse Sinus ◽  
Lemierre’S Syndrome ◽  
Lemierre Syndrome ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Oropharyngeal Infection ◽  
Lemierre's Syndrome

Lemierre’s syndrome is a rare clinical condition that generally develops secondary to oropharyngeal infection caused byFusobacterium necrophorum, which is an anaerobic bacteria. A 62-year-old patient with diabetes mellitus presented with internal jugular vein and sigmoid sinus-transverse sinus thrombophlebitis, accompanying otitis media and mastoiditis that developed after an upper airway infection. Interestingly, there were air bubbles in both the internal jugular vein and transverse sinus. Vancomycin and meropenem were started and a right radical mastoidectomy was performed. The patient’s clinical picture completely resolved in 14 days. High mortality and morbidity may be prevented with a prompt diagnosis of Lemierre’s syndrome.

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