| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3406134 | Journal of Infection and Public Health | 2014 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryA report of a 9 year-old child with Myelomeningocele who has a ventriculo-peritoneal (VP) shunt presented with gastrointestinal symptoms and peritonitis. The patient had no CNS symptoms but the cerebrospinal fluid was positive for Brucella melitensis. We discuss neurobrucellosis in children, its various presentations, complications and challenges in treatment, choice of antibiotics and duration.
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Authors
Abdulnasir Al-Otaibi, Maha Almuneef, Mohammad Al Shaalan,