(A87.1+) Adenoviral meningitis

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543 549 in individuals diagnosis adenoviral meningitis confirmed

3 164 deaths with diagnosis adenoviral meningitis

1% mortality rate associated with the disease adenoviral meningitis

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis adenoviral meningitis is diagnosed Men are 15.74% more likely than Women

314 549

Men receive the diagnosis adenoviral meningitis

1 650 (0.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

229 000

Women receive the diagnosis adenoviral meningitis

1 514 (0.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease adenoviral meningitis - Men aged 15-19 and Women aged 20-24

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 85-95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84

Disease Features adenoviral meningitis

Absence or low individual and public risk

Adenoviral meningitis - what does this mean

Adenoviral meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord caused by a virus from the family adenoviridae. it usually occurs when the virus spreads from the upper respiratory tract to the brain and spinal cord, and is characterized by fever, headache, stiff neck, and confusion.

What happens during the disease - adenoviral meningitis

Adenoviral meningitis is an infection of the meninges, the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, caused by an adenovirus. the virus typically enters the body through the nose and travels to the meninges, where it replicates and causes inflammation. symptoms of adenoviral meningitis can include fever, headache, stiff neck, nausea, and confusion. treatment is typically supportive and may include antibiotics and antivirals.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination
Neurological exam
Lumbar puncture
CSF analysis
CT scan
MRI scan
Blood culture
Serology testing
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal: To reduce the symptoms and severity of adenoviral meningitis

Prescribe antiviral medications to reduce the viral load
Administer antibiotics to reduce the risk of secondary bacterial infection
Provide supportive care, including hydration and pain relief
Provide oxygen therapy if needed
Monitor for signs of increased intracranial pressure
Monitor for signs of seizures
Monitor for signs of increased intracranial infection
Monitor for signs of neurological deficits
Provide physical and occupational therapy if needed
Monitor for signs of hearing loss

17 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Adenoviral meningitis - Prevention

Adenoviral meningitis can be prevented by practicing good hygiene, such as frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with people who have active infections, and avoiding contact with contaminated surfaces. vaccines are also available to protect against certain types of adenovirus. vaccination is especially important for those in close contact with young children or those with weakened immune systems.

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