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  • Title: Capnocytophaga canimorsus meningitis in a newborn: an avoidable infection.
    Author: Rosenman JR, Reynolds JK, Kleiman MB.
    Journal: Pediatr Infect Dis J; 2003 Feb; 22(2):204-5. PubMed ID: 12613462.
    Abstract:
    Capnocytophaga canimorsus causes dog-bite wound induced sepsis in adults, but infection may follow mucous membrane exposure. Systemic infection in children is extremely rare. A neonate with frequent exposure to a family dog and no cutaneous infection developed C. canimorsus meningitis. Suspicion of this pathogen requires laboratory consultation. Parental counseling can limit the risk of pet acquired infections.
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