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A malignant pleural effusion infected with Salmonella enteritidis
Thorax
|January 1, 1996
Summary
A persistent Salmonella enteritidis infection in the pleural effusion was treated with ciprofloxacin. Underlying small cell lung cancer was diagnosed via CT scan and lymph node biopsy.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Infectious Diseases
- Oncology
Background:
- Unilateral pleural effusions can present diagnostic challenges.
- Persistent infections require thorough etiological investigation.
Observation:
- A case of unilateral pleural effusion persistently infected with Salmonella enteritidis is presented.
- The infection demonstrated resistance to initial treatments.
Findings:
- Salmonella enteritidis pleural effusion was successfully eradicated using ciprofloxacin.
- Computed tomography and mediastinal lymph node biopsy revealed an underlying small cell bronchogenic carcinoma.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of investigating underlying malignancies in persistent pleural infections.
- Early diagnosis of small cell lung cancer is crucial for effective management.
- Ciprofloxacin may be an effective treatment for Salmonella enteritidis-induced pleural infections.