An unusual presentation of meningococcal meningitis--timely recognition can save lives!
Am J Emerg Med
; 31(6): 1001.e3-4, 2013 Jun.
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ABSTRACT
Meningococcal meningitis has been known to have a high fatality rate. A high degree of suspicion is required for early recognition and timely intervention. In this report, a case of a young male is presented who came to the emergency department with predominately lower gastrointestinal symptoms but was diagnosed with meningococcal meningitis and managed accordingly.
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Meningitis Meningocócica
Límite:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Am J Emerg Med
Año:
2013
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Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos