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[Lumbosacral dermal sinus as entry point of purulent meningitis. Report of 3 cases]
C Casani Martínez1, M C Otero Reigada, A Pérez Tamarit
1Unidad de Infectocontagiosas, Hospital Infantil La Fe, Valencia.
Abstract:
Defects of neural tube closure, although minimal, can provide access for infections of the central nervous system. All skin alterations in rear middle line of the body, however, minimal, must be carefully investigated as they could give access to bacterial meningitis. We present three new cases of dermal lumbosacral sinus which went unnoticed in the neonatal period later becoming the access point for bacterial meningitis.
Insights
Minimal skin defects along the spine, like dermal lumbosacral sinuses, can lead to serious central nervous system infections. Early investigation of these spinal abnormalities is crucial to prevent bacterial meningitis in infants.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Neural tube closure defects, even minor ones, can compromise the central nervous system's defenses.
- Skin alterations along the dorsal midline require careful evaluation due to potential infection pathways.