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Meningitis from canine Pasteurella multocida following mastoidectomy

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

P. F. Dammeijer  and
A. W. McCombe
P. F. Dammeijer
Affiliation:
Liverpool
A. W. McCombe*
Affiliation:
Liverpool
*
Mr A. W. McCombe, Department Otorhinolarygnology, University of Liverpool, PO Box 147, Liverpool L69 3BX.
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Abstract

A case of Pasteurella multocida meningitis, following a mastoidectomy is presented. The association of close contact with pets, many of which harbour Pasteurella multocida as part of their normal buccal flora. This case confirms the potential benefit of taking an ear swab prior to mastoid surgery and in seeking an appropriate ‘pet’ history.

Keywords

MeningitisPasteurella multocidaMastoid surgeryBacteria
Type
Clinical Records
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 105 , Issue 7 , July 1991 , pp. 571 - 572
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1991

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