Fulminant meningococcal supraglotittis in an immunosuppressed patient. Issue 4 (11th August 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: de Asua, Ignacio; Sorrentino, Enrico
• Is Part Of: JMM case reports. Volume 2:Issue 4(2015)
• Publication Date: 2015-08-11
• Subjects: Meningococcal infection -- Neisseria meningitides -- supraglotittis; Medical microbiology -- Periodicals; 616.9041
• DOI: 10.1099/jmmcr.0.000070
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2053-3721

Abstract

Abstract : Introduction: Acute bacterial supraglotittis in adults is a distinct although rare condition that differs aetiologically and clinically from the classic paediatric form of the disease. Only a handful of cases of supraglotittis produced by Neisseria meningitidis have been described in the literature. Case presentation: Here, we present the first description, to the best of our knowledge, of meningococcal supraglotittis in an immunosuppressed patient, with unique features of rapidly progressive symptoms, septic shock and multiorgan compromise. Conclusion: In view of the recent reports describing a growing incidence of this condition in adults, increasing awareness about its clinical features, natural history and potential complications is needed to enable early recognition and optimal management of emerging cases.