Haemophilus influenzae type f meningitis in a previously healthy boy
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Non-serotype b strains of Haemophilus influenzae are extremely rare causes of acute bacterial meningitis in immunocompetent individuals. We report a case of acute bacterial meningitis in a 14-year-old boy, who was previously healthy and had been immunised against H influenzae serotype b (Hib). The causative pathogen was identified as H influenzae serotype f (Hif), and was successfully treated with ceftriaxone. An immunological evaluation revealed transient low levels of immunoglobulins but no apparent immunodeficiency was found 2 years after the clinical insult.
Original language | English |
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Journal | BMJ Case Reports |
Volume | 2013 |
ISSN | 1757-790X |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2 May 2013 |
- Adolescent, Ceftriaxone/therapeutic use, Haemophilus Vaccines, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus influenzae type b, Humans, Immunoglobulins/blood, Male, Meninges/microbiology, Meningitis, Haemophilus/drug therapy
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