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Non-typhoid Salmonella meningitis
J Kavaliotis1, A Tsiaousi, D Papavasiliou
1Department of Paediatrics, Infectious Diseases Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece.
Abstract:
The epidemiological, clinical and laboratory findings in 8 cases of meningitis due to non-typhoid salmonella were analyzed. Seven out of 8 patients were infants < 12 months old, 2 of whom died, 2 presented with recurrent meningitis. Three infants had reversible neurological sequelae on discharge, not found during follow-up in any. Conversely, one 2-month-old patient who was considered normal on discharge developed severe growth and mental retardation during follow-up.
Insights
Non-typhoid Salmonella meningitis is rare, particularly in infants. This study highlights potential neurological sequelae and the importance of long-term follow-up for affected infants.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
- Neurology
Background:
- Meningitis is a serious infection of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
- Non-typhoid Salmonella species are uncommon causes of meningitis, especially in developed countries.
- Infants are particularly vulnerable to severe outcomes from meningitis.