Pericardial tamponade secondary to Salmonella enterica serovar Enteritidis

Abstract

Abstract Nontyphoidal Salmonella species usually cause self-limiting gastroenteritis. Extra-intestinal manifestations can occur, and purulent pericarditis is an extremely rare manifestation. It is potentially life-threatening, and a high index of suspicion is required to prevent morbidity and mortality. We report a case of Salmonella enterica serovar Enteritidis infection manifesting as life-threatening pericardial tamponade in a woman living with advanced HIV. It highlights a life-threatening manifestation of invasive nontyphoidal Salmonella species and the importance of appropriate treatment.