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[Neonatal meningitis caused by Alcaligenes xylosoxydans]
H Bruel1, J P Chabrolle, G Pinon
1Service de médecine néonatale, centre hospitalier du Havre, Le Havre, France.
Summary
Neonatal meningitis caused by Alcaligenes xylosoxydans is rare and challenging to treat. This case highlights the successful use of piperacillin in a neonate with this infection.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal Medicine
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
Background:
- Neonatal meningitis is uncommon, especially when caused by Alcaligenes xylosoxydans.
- Diagnosis and treatment of Alcaligenes xylosoxydans neonatal meningitis can be complex.