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Pasteurella ureae meningitis.

D J Marriott, L M Brady

    The Medical Journal of Australia
    |October 29, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A rare Pasteurella ureae meningitis case occurred in Australia, linked to alcohol abuse and skull trauma. Prompt penicillin therapy led to patient recovery, highlighting key predisposing factors for this uncommon bacterial infection.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Microbiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Clinical Neurology

    Background:

    • Pasteurella ureae is an uncommon bacterial pathogen.
    • Serious infections with P. ureae are rarely documented.
    • Predisposing factors for P. ureae infections are not well-established.

    Observation:

    • A 54-year-old male with a history of alcohol abuse and skull fractures presented with low-grade meningitis.
    • The causative agent was identified as Pasteurella ureae, a novel finding in Australia.
    • The patient successfully recovered following penicillin treatment.

    Findings:

    • This case represents the first reported instance of Pasteurella ureae infection in Australia.
    • Alcohol abuse and skull trauma were identified as significant predisposing factors.

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  • P. ureae may pose identification challenges due to its unique biochemical characteristics.

    • Implications:

    • Clinicians should consider P. ureae in patients with relevant risk factors, particularly those with liver disease or cranial trauma.
    • Awareness of P. ureae's biochemical profile is crucial for accurate laboratory identification.
    • This case expands the known geographical and clinical spectrum of P. ureae infections.