Healthcare-Associated Ventriculitis and Meningitis
Publication Date: February 27, 2017
Last Updated: December 16, 2022
Diagnosis
Typical Symptoms and Signs
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunts and Drains
New headache, nausea, lethargy and/or change in mental status are suggestive of CSF shunt infection. ( S , M)
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Treatment
Empiric Antimicrobials
Vancomycin plus an anti-pseudomonal β-lactam (such as cefepime, ceftazidime or meropenem) is recommended as empiric therapy for healthcare-associated ventriculitis and meningitis. Choice of the empiric β-lactam agent should be based on local in vitro susceptibility patterns. ( S , L)
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Overview
Title
Healthcare-Associated Ventriculitis and Meningitis
Authoring Organization
Infectious Diseases Society of America