Brain Abscess Secondary to Streptococcus Intermedius Following an EGD with Biopsy in a Patient with Eosinophilic Esophagitis

R I Med J (2013). 2024 Apr 1;107(4):10-13.

Abstract

Brain abscess is a rare complication of esophagogastro- duodenoscopy (EGD) with few reported cases in the literature. In this report, we discuss a patient presenting with altered mental status, headache, and dysarthria due to brain abscess caused by S. intermedius shortly after an EGD with an esophageal biopsy showing a new diagnosis of eosinophilic esophagitis. We highlight the rare association of EGD and brain abscess, and discuss the importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment.

Keywords: Streptococcus intermedius; brain abscess; esophagitis.

MeSH terms

  • Biopsy
  • Brain Abscess*
  • Duodenoscopy
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis*
  • Humans
  • Streptococcus intermedius