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Published: 12 June 2025
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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. [...]
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Drei A, Rava G, Predieri S, et al. From a sore throat to Lemierre syndrome. A case report and literature review. Emerg Care J 2025; https://doi.org/10.4081/ecj.2025.13720 DOI: https://doi.org/10.4081/ecj.2025.13720
Xie M, Liu J, Zheng J, et al. Lemierre syndrome: report of a case with an innovative diagnostic method and literature review. Infect Drug Resist 2024;17:1-10. DOI: https://doi.org/10.2147/IDR.S439069
Vu VN, Savino PJ, Robbins SL. Bilateral abducens nerve palsy due to septic thrombophlebitis. Am J Ophthalmol Case Rep 2019;16:100566. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajoc.2019.100566
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