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C Y Vincent Ngu1, J Rohaizam2, Y H Jong3
1MBBS (Manipal], Department of ENT Head & Neck Surgery, Miri Hospital Miri, Sarawak.
Abstract:
Lemierre's syndrome is a systemic complication commonly caused by oropharyngeal infection by Fusobacterium 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 of Lemierre's syndrome that presented with persistent neck pain and swelling, initially diagnosed as cervical lymphadenitis.
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