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Group B streptococcal meningitis complicating elective abortion: report of 2 cases
P J Deziel1, N McGuire, P D Brown
1Division of Infectious Diseases, Sinai-Grace Hospital, Detroit, MI 48201, USA.
Abstract:
The incidence of invasive disease due to Streptococcus agalactiae (group B streptococcus [GBS]) in adults is on the rise; however, meningitis in adults due to GBS remains rare. We report 2 cases of GBS meningitis complicating elective abortion, 1 of which was a septic incomplete abortion. Only 1 case of bacterial meningitis complicating elective abortion has been reported previously.
Insights
Group B Streptococcus (GBS) meningitis is rare in adults. This report details two rare cases of GBS meningitis following elective abortions, highlighting a potential complication.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Neurology
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
Background:
- Invasive Streptococcus agalactiae (group B streptococcus, GBS) disease incidence is increasing in adults.
- GBS meningitis in adults is an uncommon but serious complication.
Observation:
- Two cases of GBS meningitis complicating elective abortion are presented.
- One case involved a septic incomplete abortion, a severe form of pregnancy complication.
Findings:
- This report describes two instances of GBS meningitis following elective abortion procedures.
- Such cases are exceptionally rare, with only one prior reported instance of bacterial meningitis complicating elective abortion.
Implications:
- These cases underscore the rare but significant risk of GBS meningitis post-elective abortion.
- Highlights the need for vigilance and prompt diagnosis of GBS infections in women undergoing abortion procedures.