Abstract
A second recorded case of Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome, without purpura, due to Haemophilus influenzae is described. It is suggested that the absence of purpura should not preclude the diagnosis of the Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome due to this organism.
MeSH terms
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Female
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Haemophilus Infections / complications*
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Haemophilus influenzae
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Humans
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Infant
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Meningococcal Infections / etiology*
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Waterhouse-Friderichsen Syndrome / diagnosis
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Waterhouse-Friderichsen Syndrome / etiology*
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Waterhouse-Friderichsen Syndrome / pathology