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(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
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.
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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.