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It is uncommon for leptospirosis to present primarily with neurological complications. In this context, we discuss a notable case of\n                      <jats:italic>Leptospira borgpetersenii<\/jats:italic>\n                      infection manifesting as aseptic meningitis in China.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Case presentation<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      In this study, we describe a primary case of neuroleptospirosis leading to symptomatic aseptic meningitis following exposure to\n                      <jats:italic>Leptospira borgpetersenii<\/jats:italic>\n                      . Initially managed for viral meningitis, the diagnosis of leptospirosis was subsequently confirmed through cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis using metagenomic next-generation sequencing (mNGS) and Metagenomics CAPture Sequencing (MetaCAP), both of which identified\n                      <jats:italic>Leptospira borgpetersenii<\/jats:italic>\n                      . Following a course of antibiotics and methylprednisolone therapy, the patient fully recovered.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This case underscores the importance of considering leptospirosis in differential diagnoses for aseptic meningitis, especially in individuals with occupational risks related to water or animal exposure. 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