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  • Infectious Diseases
  • Neurology
  • Amoebic Infections

Background:

  • Balamuthia mandrillaris is a free-living amoeba causing granulomatous amoebic encephalitis (GAE).
  • GAE is characterized by a near-universally fatal outcome.
  • This report highlights a rare human survivor of Balamuthia mandrillaris encephalitis.

Observation:

  • A 26-year-old male presented with headache, visual disturbances, and seizures.
  • Brain biopsy confirmed Balamuthia mandrillaris infection.
  • The patient initially worsened despite antimicrobial treatment, including miltefosine.

Findings:

  • Clinical and radiological improvement occurred after eight weeks of modified therapy.
  • The patient experienced significant antibiotic-related toxicities.
  • Complete recovery was observed two years post-presentation.

Implications:

  • This case demonstrates the potential for recovery from Balamuthia mandrillaris encephalitis.
  • It provides insights into the therapeutic use of miltefosine in GAE.
  • Further research is warranted to understand the factors contributing to survival and optimize treatment strategies.