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A case of blindness caused by Lemierre's syndrome
Tensei Suzuki
Mituaki Kojima

Tensei Suzuki

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November 14, 2023
IntroductionLemierre’s syndrome is a systemic septic embolism caused by thrombophlebitis of the internal jugular vein and presenting with various distantly infected abscesses. Various diagnostic criteria exist, but there is no standardized definition. Lemierre’s syndrome is generally believed to be caused by infection with anaerobic bacteria around the oropharynx. Delayed diagnosis can lead to dyspnea and deep neck infections due to acute airway constriction, which can lead to fatal outcomes. Ophthalmologic complications of Lemierre’s syndrome are relatively rare. In this study, we report our experience with a patient with Lemierre’s syndrome who lost her sight.

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