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Recurrent primary pyogenic ventriculitis in an adult woman: a case report
Shanyan Hong1,2, Yingxia Yang2, Qianying Zhang3
1Department of Clinical Nutrition, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, 362000, Fujian, China.
Background:
Recurrent primary pyogenic ventriculitis has not been reported previously. We present a unique case of recurrent primary pyogenic ventriculitis in an adult. And we believe that our study makes a significant contribution to the literature.
Case Presentation:
An adult woman with uncontrolled diabetes experienced two episodes of pyogenic ventriculitis caused by Escherichia coli over 4 years. She had typical imaging features, and the source of infection was undetermined. After antibiotic treatment, she recovered fully.
Conclusions:
Early recognition and therapy will improve patient prognosis.
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