Case Report

Otogenic Fusobacterium Meningitis, Sepsis, and Mastoiditis in an Adolescent

Authors: Alan Morrison, DO, Ian Weir, DO, Tomas Silber, MD, MASS

Abstract

Fusobacterium necrophorum is a strict anaerobic organism responsible for a number of clinical syndromes known as necrobacillosis. Although meningeal infections with anaerobes are rare, delayed diagnosis and treatment can be potentially fatal. We report a unique case ofFusobacterium meningitis, mastoiditis, and sepsis in a previously healthy adolescent. Diagnosis and management of this condition are discussed in the context of a literature review.

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