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We report the first case of Balamuthia mandrillaris granulomatous amoebic encephalitis definitively acquired in Africa. Our case emphasises initial non-specific dermatological features, delays in confirmation of the diagnosis, difficulties accessing… Click to show full abstract
We report the first case of Balamuthia mandrillaris granulomatous amoebic encephalitis definitively acquired in Africa. Our case emphasises initial non-specific dermatological features, delays in confirmation of the diagnosis, difficulties accessing recommended medication, and uncertainty about optimal treatment of a disease with a frequently fatal outcome.
Keywords:
balamuthia mandrillaris;
granulomatous amoebic;
first african;
amoebic encephalitis;
mandrillaris granulomatous;
encephalitis first
Journal Title: Journal of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society
Year Published: 2022
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Journal Title: Journal of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society
Year Published: 2022
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