论文信息 - Recurrent purpura fulminans associated with drug-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae infection in an asplenic girl.

Recurrent purpura fulminans associated with drug-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae infection in an asplenic girl.

We report a case of purpura fulminans associated with drug-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae that responded to ceftriaxone therapy. Ultrasonography of the abdomen and splenic scan revealed the absence of a spleen.

P. Chatchatee | U. Thisyakorn | C. Pancharoen | J. Ngamphaiboon

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