Abstract
Group C streptococci are a common cause of epidemic bacterial infection in animals. These organisms are a rare but frequently fatal cause of meningitis in humans. We report the case of a 13-year-old girl with meningitis caused by a group C Streptococcus (Streptococcus zooepidemicus) successfully treated with vancomycin and third generation cephalosporins. We also review cases of group C streptococcal meningitis reported previously.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
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Cefotaxime / therapeutic use
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Cephalosporins / therapeutic use
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Drug Therapy, Combination / therapeutic use
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Female
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Humans
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Meningitis, Bacterial / diagnosis*
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Meningitis, Bacterial / drug therapy
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Meningitis, Bacterial / microbiology
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Streptococcal Infections / diagnosis*
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Streptococcal Infections / drug therapy
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Streptococcal Infections / microbiology
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Streptococcus equi / isolation & purification*
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Vancomycin / therapeutic use
Substances
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Anti-Bacterial Agents
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Cephalosporins
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Vancomycin
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Cefotaxime