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[Carotid artery occlusion in meningitis due to Streptococcus B]
Pediatrie
|July 1, 1986
Abstract:
A 14 days old neonate presented an occlusion of the right internal carotid artery complicating a Streptococcus B meningitis. We discuss the mechanism of this rare complication of purulent meningitis, usually due to hemophilus influenzae.
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A rare case of internal carotid artery occlusion in a 14-day-old neonate is presented, complicating Streptococcus B meningitis. This study explores the unusual mechanism behind this meningitis complication.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal Neurology
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
- Vascular Neurology
Background:
- Bacterial meningitis is a serious infection in neonates.
- Internal carotid artery occlusion is a rare but severe complication of bacterial meningitis.
- Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B Streptococcus) is a common cause of neonatal meningitis.