Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Dear Editor, A recent publication by Drei et al.1 discusses a case involving a young male patient diagnosed with Lemierre Syndrome (LS), who was successfully treated with prolonged antibiotic therapy and anticoagulants without the need for surgery, resulting in a complete clinical recovery. The article provides a comprehensive overview of the epidemiology, aetiology, and treatment options for LS. It highlights the concerning link between a patient's young age and the potential for severe complications, which could lead to a fatal outcome if diagnosis and treatment are delayed. [...]
Source: Emergency Care Journal
Authors: Erika Poggiali, Davide Gallo, Alessandro Dacrema, Camilla Botti, Beatrice Rossi, Claudia Caborni, Andrea Vercelli
Institution: Guglielmo da Saliceto Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Infectious Diseases
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4411344475