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[Bartonella hensalae encephalopathy].

Gilles Angibaud1, Jean-Pierre Balagué, Jean-François Lafontan

  • 1Service de neurologie, Clinique du Pont de Chaume, 82 017 Montauban, France.

Presse Medicale (Paris, France : 1983)
|March 31, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Bartonella henselae can cause encephalopathy in adolescents, presenting with seizures and drowsiness. Early diagnosis and treatment are key for a good outcome in this rare condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Bartonella henselae is an emerging pathogen.
  • Encephalopathy is a rare but serious complication in young individuals.

Observation:

  • A 17-year-old presented with seizures and drowsiness, indicative of encephalopathy.
  • Clinical signs, electroencephalographic abnormalities, and cat exposure suggested bartonellosis.
  • Positive serological kinetics confirmed the link between encephalopathy and Bartonella henselae infection.

Findings:

  • The patient's encephalopathy was successfully attributed to Bartonella henselae infection.
  • The adolescent experienced a favorable recovery, suggesting effective management or natural resolution.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering Bartonella henselae in young patients with unexplained encephalopathy.
  • Further research is needed to establish optimal antibiotic therapies for Bartonella henselae-induced encephalopathy.

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