Iatrogenic Meningitis: The Case for Face Masks

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Estelle Traurig Baer · Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center

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Most cases of a-hemolytic streptococcal meningitis after lumbar puncture (LP) are likely caused by dispersal of the organism from the upper airway of medical personnel. Its incidence can be reduced by strict adherence to sterile technique, including wearing a face mask while performing lumbar punctures. Should the wearing of a mask for lumbar punctures be the national standard of care?

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Bacterial Infections and Vaccines Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections Streptococcal Infections and Treatments

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Published in: Clinical Infectious Diseases

Volume 31, Issue 2, pp. 519-521

DOI: 10.1086/313991

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Iatrogenic Meningitis: The Case for Face Masks

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