Brain Abscess as the Initial Manifestation of Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia in a Child.

Pediatr NeurolJul 29, 2026 (epub)
Case ReportPediatricsInfectious DiseasesMedical Genetics

Zu-Liang He, Zi-Xuan Huang, Ya-Qiong He

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From the abstract

Brain abscess secondary to pulmonary arteriovenous malformation is rare in children and may be the first manifestation of hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT).

Reported results

A 12-year-old boy presented with fever, headache, and limb weakness. Brain abscess was diagnosed, and antimicrobial therapy was initiated. Laboratory testing revealed fungal infection and erythrocytosis. Further evaluation identified a pulmonary arteriovenous malformation.

Authors' conclusions

Right-to-left shunt should be considered in children with brain abscess of unclear origin. Early recognition of underlying HHT is critical for timely diagnosis and management.

Source

PubMed · PMID 42600282

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