Abstract
Group C streptococci are common causative agents of infections in animals, but a rare cause of bacteremia and meningitis in humans. Severe infections caused by this bacterium are associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. This article presents a case study of a young patient who suffered from bacteremia and meningitis that were caused by streptococcus group C. The clinical manifestations, prognosis and treatment options of this kind of infection are discussed.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 471-473 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Harefuah |
| Volume | 144 |
| Issue number | 7 |
| State | Published - 2005 |
Keywords
- Bacteremia
- Meningitis
- Streptococcus group C (GCS)