Management of meningococcal infections.
The last 5 years has seen an increase in the number of cases of meningococcal infection. Despite the availability of highly active antibiotics, the mortality from this infection remains at 10%, rising to 40% in patients presenting in severe shock. Here we describe the spectrum and pathophysiology of meningococcal infections, and the most important aspects of treatment and management.
Klein
N J
NJ
Department of Paediatrics, St Mary's Hospital Medical School, London.
Heyderman
R S
RS
Levin
M
M
D016470:Bacteremia / Q000382:microbiology; D004211:Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D005440:Fluid Therapy; D006801:Humans; D008589:Meningococcal Infections / Q000628:therapy; D009345:Neisseria meningitidis / Q000502:physiology; D010406:Penicillins / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012772:Shock, Septic / Q000382:microbiology
D010406:Penicillins