Streptococcus pyogenes Meningitis in a Pediatric Patient: Case Report

Streptococcus pyogenes causes a wide spectrum of diseases in children. However, meningitis due to this pathogen is highly uncommon. Although rare, it is associated with a high case fatality rate and can result in severe neurological sequelae. We report a case of Streptococcus pyogenes meningitis in...

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Main Authors: Lara Torres, Alexandra M. Rodrigues, Catarina Francisco, Sónia Santos, Pedro Carvalho
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Ordem dos Médicos 2023-07-01
Series:Acta Médica Portuguesa
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Online Access:https://www.actamedicaportuguesa.com/revista/index.php/amp/article/view/19941