Case Report: Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) meningo-encephalitis associated with traumatic brain injury – a case report from Lao PDR
This case highlights the risk of viral reactivation following trauma, particularly head injuries. Central nervous system infections, including viral infections, should be considered in cases of delayed deterioration following trauma, likely presenting with worsening headache, drowsiness and reduced cognitive state. The optimal treatment of herpes simplex virus (HSV) encephalitis may be challenging in resource-limited settings.
Authors
- Audrey Dubot‐Pérès (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1267-0725)
- Manivanh Vongsouvath (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2249-7367)
- Malavanh Vongsouvath
- Elizabeth A. Ashley (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7620-4822)
- Anouphet Chanthamavong
- Phetkim Sayasene
- Terry John Evans (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8976-5197)
- Souphaphone Vannachone
Institutions
- Aix-Marseille Université (FR)
- Mahosot Hospital (LA)
- Angkor Hospital for Children (KH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Wellcome Open Research
- Published
- 2025-12-04
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.12688/wellcomeopenres.22720.2
- Primary Topic
- Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00