Meningococcal meningitis complicated by septic shock, myocarditis and purpura fulminans

Meningococcal disease is a rapidly progressive, life-threatening infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis. Typical presentations include meningitis, septicaemia, or a combination of the two. Rarely, it can be complicated by purpura fulminans and myocarditis, contributing to increased morbidity an...

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Main Authors: H. M. U. A. S. Perera, N. M. Perera, S. A. P. K. Siriwardhana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Sri Lanka College of Internal Medicine 2025-08-01
Series:Asian Journal of Internal Medicine
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Online Access:https://account.ajim.sljol.info/index.php/sljo-j-ajim/article/view/305
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