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[Campylobacter fetus meningitis in adults]
J M Wilhelm1, O Saraceni, M F Penner
1Service de Médecine, Centre hospitalier Saint-Morand, Altkirch.
Presse Medicale (Paris, France : 1983)
|October 5, 1996
Summary
Campylobacter fetus meningitis is rare in adults, often presenting with non-specific symptoms. Early diagnosis via cerebrospinal fluid analysis and appropriate antibiotic treatment are crucial for patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Neurology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Campylobacter fetus is an infrequent cause of meningitis in adults.
- This condition is particularly uncommon in elderly individuals with underlying health issues such as alcoholic cirrhosis.