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Stenotrophomonas maltophilia meningitis: to look for in post-neurosurgical state

Sanjana Kumari1, Hitender Gautam1, Neha Nityadarshini1

  • 1Department of Microbiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.

Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology
|July 11, 2025
PubMed

Insights

Stenotrophomonas maltophilia meningitis is rare but serious in hospital settings, particularly after neurosurgery. This study highlights three challenging cases due to antibiotic resistance.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Neuroscience
  • Medical Microbiology

Background:

  • Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is an opportunistic pathogen.
  • Meningitis is an infection of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
  • Nosocomial infections are acquired during a hospital stay.

Observation:

  • This report details three cases of Stenotrophomonas maltophilia meningitis.
  • All patients underwent neurosurgical procedures prior to developing meningitis.
  • The cases highlight the challenges in managing this infection.

Findings:

  • Stenotrophomonas maltophilia presents a significant challenge in meningitis cases.
  • Intrinsic antibiotic resistance complicates treatment strategies.
  • Post-neurosurgical meningitis requires careful consideration of this pathogen.

Implications:

  • Increased vigilance for Stenotrophomonas maltophilia meningitis in post-neurosurgical patients is warranted.
  • Development of effective treatment protocols for resistant strains is crucial.
  • Further research into Stenotrophomonas maltophilia pathogenesis and treatment is needed.
Keywords:
MeningitisPost-neurosurgeryStenotrophomonas maltophilia

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