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Pericardial tamponade caused by Pasteurella multocida infection after a cat bite
A K Al-Allaf1, T C Harvey, A R Cunnington
1Department of Medicine, Walsall Manor Hospital NHS Trust, Walsall, West Midlands, UK. Kareem_alallaf@hotmail.com
Postgraduate Medical Journal
|February 27, 2001
Summary
A cat bite led to a severe Pasteurella multocida infection, causing meningitis and pericardial tamponade. Prompt antibiotic treatment and pericardiocentesis saved the patient, highlighting infection risks from minor injuries.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Cardiology
- Neurology
Background:
- Pasteurella multocida is a common bacterium found in animal saliva, often transmitted through bites.
- Infections can range from localized cellulitis to severe systemic disease.
Observation:
- A patient presented with symptoms of meningitis and pericardial tamponade following a cat bite.
- Cerebrospinal fluid analysis and echocardiography confirmed the diagnoses.
Findings:
- Pasteurella multocida was identified as the causative agent of both meningitis and pericardial tamponade.
- The patient received a course of antibiotics and underwent pericardiocentesis for tamponade relief.
Implications:
- This case underscores the potential for severe complications from seemingly minor animal-related injuries.
- Early recognition and appropriate management are crucial for favorable outcomes in Pasteurella multocida infections.