Pediatric dermatology
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Pediatric dermatology · Nov 1996
Review Case ReportsChronic meningococcemia in childhood: case report and review of the literature.
Chronic meningococcemia is a rare form of meningococcal infection. Most reported cases occur in adults. Only about 10% of reported patients are under 18 years of age. ⋯ This will help avoid a delayed diagnosis and/or inappropriate treatment. The positive blood culture remains the diagnostic sine qua non. Treatment with ceftriaxone was rapidly successful in our patient.