Lemierre Syndrome with Extensive Thrombosis: A Unique Case Report and Literature Review

Lemierre Syndrome with Extensive Thrombosis: A Unique Case Report and Literature Review

Background. Lemierre syndrome (LS) is a rare complication of upper aerodigestive tract infections characterized by proximal and distal septic emboli, commonly including internal jugular vein (IJV) thrombosis. Diagnosis can be challenging, and treatment delays can result in increased patient morbidit...

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Main Authors:	Stergos Koukias, Asimenia Athousaki, Dionisios Klonaris, Melina Kavousanaki, Georgios Papazoglou, Nikolaos Papanikolaou
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Wiley 2024-01-01
Series:	Case Reports in Otolaryngology
Online Access:	http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2024/6335543
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