[Severe Haemophilus influenzae b infection in healthy male adult].
Haemophilus influenzae b (Hib) can be the cause of serious infections, and is mainly observed affecting children and immuno-compromised patients. We report a case of a healthy 49-year old male with a severe Hib infection complicated by septicaemia, meningitis and anuria. The risk of invasive Hib infections in adults is reviewed.
Vilmar
Adam C
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Onkologisk Klinik, Finsenscenter, Rigshospitalet, DK-2100 København Ø. adamvilmar@hotmail.com
Gjørup
Ida
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David
Kim
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