[Capnocytophaga canimorsus bacteremia and meningitis in the emergency department].

Infection with Capnocytophaga canimorsus is a rare, but potentially a life-threatening condition, which can cause sepsis, meningitis and endocarditis, as portrayed in this case report. Patients can typically report dog bites up to a week before symptoms of infection and medical assessment, but by then, their symptoms of local irritation may no longer be present. Thus, these patients might not mention this in their history. Awareness of Capnocytophaga infection among doctors is vital, as early recognition improves outcome.