ISSN:
1432-1238
Keywords:
Meningoencephalitis
;
Penicillin-resistantStreptococcus pneumoniae
;
Antibiotics in CSF
;
Cefotaxime
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract The case of a 68-year-old man suffering from pneumococcal meningoencephalitis is reported. Antibacterial susceptibility tests revealed a multiply resistant pneumococcal strain. High doses of cefotaxime were necessary to sterilize the cerebrospinal fluid despite the achievement of a satisfactory level of antibiotic in the cerebrospinal fluid with moderate dosage. In France, as well as in many countries, high doses of third-generation cephalosporins such as cefotaxime or ceftriaxone should be administered for the initial therapy of suspected pneumococcal meningitis.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01706430
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