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Age group distribution of cerebral spinal fluid characteristics in children with community-acquired bacterial meningitis
| CSF parameter | Age group2mo-12 mo n (%) | Age group1-5yrs n (%) | Age group6-10 yrs n (%) | Age group>10 yrs n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cell count | 32 (100) | 16 (100) | 16 (100) | 16 (100) |
| Gram stain | 10 (31.25) | 6 (37.5) | 0 | 6 (37.5) |
| Culture | 8 (25) | 6 (37.5) | 0 | 6 (37.5) |
| Low glucose | 10 (31.25) | 6 (37.5) | 6 (37.5) | 12 (75) |
| High protein | 10 (31.25) | 6 (37.5) | 6 (37.5) | 12 (75) |
