Prolonged Fever: Thromboembolism, Guillain-Barre, Brucellosis

Explore the complexities of diagnosing prolonged, undiagnosed cases of fever through the Durak and Street classification system. Learn to recognize warning signals that indicate serious underlying conditions. Delve into the investigative process necessary for these challenging cases. This session presents two intriguing case studies. The first involves a woman with a 40-day history of fever, initially showing ECG findings suggestive of pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE), but ultimately diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, with further complications contributing to her prolonged fever. The second case explores a patient admitted with a 15-day fever, severe headache, body pain, and joint pain, leading to a final diagnosis of brucellosis after thorough investigation. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of the diagnostic challenges and treatment strategies for prolonged fever, enhancing your ability to manage such complex cases in clinical practice. See More