Abstract
Acinetobacter baumannii is a prolific nosocomial pathogen renowned for its multidrug-resistant nature. We report a case of community-acquired meningitis due to A. baumannii. The case highlights the potential pathogenicity of this organism and raises concerns that this highly adaptable organism may soon evolve into a significant community pathogen, too.
MeSH terms
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Acinetobacter Infections / diagnosis
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Acinetobacter Infections / epidemiology
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Acinetobacter Infections / microbiology*
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Acinetobacter baumannii / isolation & purification*
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Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents / therapeutic use
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Ceftriaxone / therapeutic use
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Community-Acquired Infections / epidemiology
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Community-Acquired Infections / microbiology
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Cross Infection / epidemiology
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Cross Infection / microbiology
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Dexamethasone / therapeutic use
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Humans
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Male
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Meningitis, Bacterial / diagnosis
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Meningitis, Bacterial / epidemiology
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Meningitis, Bacterial / microbiology*
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Meropenem
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Middle Aged
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Thienamycins / therapeutic use
Substances
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Anti-Bacterial Agents
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents
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Thienamycins
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Ceftriaxone
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Dexamethasone
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Meropenem