Legionella pericarditis diagnosed by direct fluorescent antibody staining.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Legionella pericarditis is a rare and serious manifestation of Legionnaire's disease. A case is presented in which the diagnosis was established by direct fluorescent antibody staining on a pericardial tissue specimen. Video-assisted thoracoscopy was used safely and effectively in diagnosis and management in this case.
Medical subject headings
- Legionella
- Legionellosis
- Pericarditis