Primary purulent bacterial pericarditis due to Streptococcus intermedius in an immunocompetent adult: a case report.

Mohammed Saud KhanZubair KhanBhavana Siddegowda BangloreGhattas AlkhouryLaura MurphyClaudiu Georgescu

Published in: Journal of medical case reports (2018)

Acute purulent bacterial pericarditis, although rare, should always be kept in mind as a possible cause of pericarditis. Early recognition and prompt intervention are important for a successful outcome.

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