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To illustrate the challenges and neurological complications in severe pneumococcal meningitis in an immunocompromised patient.

Pneumococcal meningitis complicated by extensive cerebral venous sinus thrombosis in an immunocompromised patient

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Case report highlights rapid cognitive recovery following management of CVST in a patient with severe meningitis.

To illustrate the challenges and neurological complications in severe pneumococcal meningitis in an immunocompromised patient.
Intubation and lumbar puncture to diagnose severe Streptococcus pneumoniae meningitis.
Administration of antibiotics, steroids, and heparin for cerebral venous sinus thromboses management.
Transfer to a tertiary care facility for advanced neurological treatment.
Patient extubated on day 4 with rapid improvements in cognition and function.
Recognition of CVST as a rare but serious complication in pneumococcal meningitis.

Patel et al. (2026) studied this question.

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