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A Rare Case of Burkholderia cepacia Complex Bloodstream Infection in Rasmussen Encephalitis and Super Refractory Status Epilepticus

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Last updated: 04 Jan 2025

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Microbiology and Parasitology
Neuropsychiatric diseases.
Pediatrics and neonatology.

Abstract

Background: Burkholderia cepacia complex (BCC) is known for its resistance to antibiotics and sporadic occurrence in various infections, including bloodstream infections. Its association with neurological disorders, such as Rasmussen Encephalitis (RE), remains poorly understood. Case presentation: We describe a 4-year-old girl with RE and Super Refractory Status Epilepticus, a condition characterized by frequent seizures that do not respond to conventional treatments. Despite initial treatment, her condition worsened, and blood cultures revealed the presence of Burkholderia species. Adjusting the antibiotic therapy to target this specific pathogen led to significant improvement in her clinical status. Conclusion: Our case highlights the rare occurrence of BCC bloodstream infection in a child with complex neurological issues. Although the precise link between BCC and neurological disorders is unclear, our findings contribute to the growing body of evidence that BCC can cause severe infections beyond the respiratory system. This case underscores the importance of accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment in managing such challenging infections effectively.

DOI

10.21608/svuijm.2024.296626.1893

Keywords

Burkholderia cepacia Complex: Bloodstream Infection: Neurological disorders: Rasmussen Encephalitis: Super Refractory Status Epilepticus

Authors

First Name

Krishna

Last Name

Sarkar

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Affiliation

Department of Microbiology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Tag Bahadur Hospital Delhi 110095, India.

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sarkar9085582913@gmail.com

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First Name

Kirti

Last Name

Nirmal

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-

Affiliation

Department of Microbiology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Tag Bahadur Hospital Delhi 110095, India.

Email

doctorkirtinirmal@gmail.com

City

delhi

Orcid

0000-0002-0325-9988

First Name

Hage

Last Name

Yaja

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-

Affiliation

Department of Microbiology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Tag Bahadur Hospital Delhi 110095, India.

Email

hageyaja1@gmail.com

City

Delhi

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First Name

Deeksha

Last Name

Chaudhary

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-

Affiliation

Department of Microbiology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Tag Bahadur Hospital Delhi 110095, India.

Email

deekshach94@gmail.com

City

Delhi

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First Name

Shukla

Last Name

Das

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-

Affiliation

Department of Microbiology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Tag Bahadur Hospital Delhi 110095, India.

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shukladas_123@yahoo.com

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delhi

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Volume

7

Article Issue

2

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47977

Issue Date

2024-07-01

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2024-06-15

Publish Date

2024-07-01

Page Start

197

Page End

201

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2735-427X

Online ISSN

2636-3402

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SVU-International Journal of Medical Sciences

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A Rare Case of Burkholderia cepacia Complex Bloodstream Infection in Rasmussen Encephalitis and Super Refractory Status Epilepticus

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27 Dec 2024