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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Published in:	Asian Journal of Internal Medicine
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
Subjects:	Neisseria meningitidis Meningococcal meningitis Purpura fulminans Myocarditis
Online Access:	https://account.ajim.sljol.info/index.php/sljo-j-ajim/article/view/305