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Meningitis and brain abscess due to Haemophilus paraphrophilus
European Journal of Clinical Microbiology
|August 1, 1985
Abstract:
A case of meningitis and brain abscess due to Haemophilus paraphrophilus in a patient with congenital heart disease is reported. The abscess communicated with the cerebral ventricular system. Although the infecting strain was found to be highly sensitive to ampicillin, the patient died despite appropriate antimicrobial therapy. Characteristics distinguishing Haemophilus paraphrophilus and related species are discussed.
Insights
A rare case of meningitis and brain abscess caused by Haemophilus paraphrophilus in a patient with congenital heart disease is presented. Despite ampicillin sensitivity, the patient unfortunately passed away despite treatment.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Neurology
- Cardiology
Background:
- Congenital heart disease can predispose individuals to serious infections.
- Haemophilus paraphrophilus is a bacterium that can cause opportunistic infections.
- Meningitis and brain abscess are severe central nervous system infections.