Group B Streptococcus Meningitis Following Elective Termination of Pregnancy: Two Case Reports
1995
Group B Streptococcus Meningitis After Abortion: Two Case Reports
Sample size: 2
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Mark A. Walker, S. Gene McNeeley
Primary Institution: Hutzel Hospital, Wayne State University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
Is there a causal relationship between elective termination of pregnancy and subsequent GBS meningitis?
Conclusion
GBS meningitis is rare but can occur after elective abortion, with varying outcomes.
Supporting Evidence
- GBS meningitis is rare, especially after abortion.
- One patient recovered completely while the other experienced severe hearing loss.
- Symptoms of GBS meningitis can appear days after an abortion.
Takeaway
Sometimes, after a woman has an abortion, she can get a rare infection called GBS meningitis, which can make her very sick.
Methodology
Case reports of two patients who developed GBS meningitis after elective abortion, including clinical presentation and treatment.
Limitations
Only two cases are reported, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
One patient was 36 years old and the other was 33 years old.
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