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This case aims to illustrate the occurrence of reactive meningococcal pericarditis (RMP) due to Neisseria meningitidis and its clinical implications.

Reactive Pericarditis Due to Neisseria Meningitidis

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This case aims to illustrate the occurrence of reactive meningococcal pericarditis (RMP) due to Neisseria meningitidis and its clinical implications.
Review of medical records and literature related to Neisseria meningitidis infections.
Detailed clinical assessment and imaging including chest X-ray and point-of-care ultrasound.
Utilization of multiplex molecular panel for identification of Neisseria meningitidis serogroup C.
The patient developed respiratory symptoms and cardiac issues 10 days after initial meningococcal infection.
Chest imaging confirmed a large pericardial effusion and signs of pre-tamponade.
Complete resolution of symptoms occurred after 21 days of antibiotic treatment without neurological or cardiovascular sequelae.

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Case report reveals reactive meningococcal pericarditis in a healthy young woman, highlighting monitoring importance.

Boghossian et al. (2026) studied this question.

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