Houweling BM, van Meurs SJ, Versluis J, Grewal S, Verkaik NJ, van den Akker JPC. Massive diarrhoea and sepsis due to an infection with Neisseria meningitidis serogroup W.
Neth J Med 2019;
77:116-118. [PMID:
31012429]
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Abstract
Invasive meningococcal disease is associated with significant mortality. Classic presentation consists of high fever, headache and neck stiffness. Neisseria meningitidis serogroup W may present with atypical symptoms, which complicates recognition. Furthermore, it is associated with a high case fatality rate.
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