Campylobacter fetus Meningitis: A diagnosis to suggest in immunocompromised patients

Abstract

Campylobacter fetus causes in humans mostly gastroenteritis. Systemic infection occurs almost exclusively in immunocompromised patients with chronic debilitating diseases. We report the case of a Campylobacter fetus meningitis in a woman aged 48 years with a history of systemic lupus erythematosus treated with corticosteroids and immunosuppressive drugs. Cerebrospinal fluid culture was positive for Campylobacter fetus. The evolution was favorable using imipenem and ciprofloxacin.

Keywords

• Campylobacter fetus
• Immune deficiency
• Meningitis
• Antibiotic therapy