2019, Number 4
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Enf Infec Microbiol 2019; 39 (4)
Meningitis due to Campylobacter jejuni in the neonatal period: case report
Guerrero GMN, Hernández MR, Rosales GAA, Reyes HKL, Reyes GU, Reyes HD, Quero HA, Luévanos VA
Language: Spanish
References: 8
Page: 140-142
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ABSTRACT
Campylobacter jejuni is a gram negative bacteria, it is considered a common cause of gatrointestinal infections, extraintestinal
complications are rare.
The case of a two-week-old newborn who presented with febrile syndrome, rejetion of food, apnea periods, lethargy and
hypoactivity is presented. The cerebrospinal fluid showed 171 leukocytes/field, 52% neutrophils, hypoglucorrhachy and hyperproteinemia.
Through mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF) it was identified
Campylobacter jejuni.
His initial management was with ampicillin, cefotaxime and management in intesive care unit. Newborn clinical evolution was
favorable, with remission of symptoms and discharged two weeks later.
Campylobacter jejuni is a rare cause of meningitis in the neonatal period.
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