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    Area of Science:

    • Anesthesiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Neurosurgery

    Background:

    • Meningitis is an uncommon but significant complication that can occur subsequent to spinal anesthesia.
    • This report details four cases of meningitis that developed post-spinal anesthesia.

    Observation:

    • The cases were diagnosed within a two-month period by three different practitioners.
    • Initial symptoms, including headache and fever, manifested 4 to 6 hours post-surgery.
    • Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis suggested bacterial meningitis, though soluble antigens and cultures yielded negative results.

    Findings:

    • Despite the diagnosis of bacterial meningitis, specific causative agents were not identified.
    • All patients experienced a favorable outcome, with or without antibiotic treatment.
    • Insufficient aseptic technique was identified as the primary risk factor across all cases.

    Implications:

    • The findings underscore the critical importance of meticulous aseptic protocols during spinal anesthesia procedures.
    • Reinforcing hygienic practices and ensuring perfect skin disinfection are essential preventive measures.
    • Further investigation into the precise mechanisms and causative agents of post-spinal anesthesia meningitis may be warranted.