A multistate outbreak of fungal meningitis is ongoing among patients who had procedures under epidural anesthesia in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico. Fungal meningitis can lead to a serious infection and death.
Fungal meningitis can lead to serious infection and death.
To date, no Mississippians with this exposure have been reported, however, MSDH is making the following recommendations:
- If you had epidural anesthesia in Matamoros, Mexico at River Side Surgical Center or Clinica K-3 between January 1 and May 13, 2023, you should go to the emergency room as soon as possible for evaluation for fungal meningitis, even if you have no symptoms.
- If planned, cancel any elective procedures involving epidural anesthesia in Matamoros, Mexico. See this CDC travel advisory
- Share this information with friends and family who may have procedures scheduled in Matamoros, Mexico or who may have had procedures at River Side Surgical Center or Clinica K-3 between January 1 and May 13, 2023.
