Lemierre’s syndrome: A persistent unusual neck pain and swelling
- Author:
Vincent Ngu CY
1
;
Rohaizam J
;
Jong YH
Author Information
1. Department of ENT Head & Neck Surgery, Miri Hospital Miri, Sarawak
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Lemierre’s syndrome;
Internal jugular vein thrombosis;
Fusobacterium species
- From:Malaysian Family Physician
2018;13(1):37-40
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Lemierre’s syndrome is a systemic complication commonly caused by oropharyngeal infection byFusobacterium species, which manifests itself as an internal jugular vein thrombosis formation.It is a rare occurrence nowadays with the availability of broad spectrum antibiotics for treatment.Most cases in the literature presented with a life-threatening condition. We are reporting a case ofLemierre’s syndrome that presented with persistent neck pain and swelling, initially diagnosed ascervical lymphadenitis.
