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Hemophilus Influenzae Meningitis Associated with Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation

Authors: GEORGE D. POPE, MD, CAROL J. BAKER, MD

Abstract

AbstractDisseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) has been recognized as a complication of numerous infections. Its occurrence with infections due to Hemophilus influenzae has been reported rarely. This communication reports two cases of meningitis due to Hemophilus influenzae type B which were complicated by disseminated intravascular coagulation. Manifestations of DIC were excessive oozing from venipuncture sites and symmetrical peripheral gangrene.

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