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Risk factors for developing neurological complication in Bacterial Meningitis.
| Risk Factor | % with Neurological Complications | References |
|---|---|---|
| Young Age (infants < 12 months) | 71% | [9] |
| Etiology: S. pneumoniae | 75% | [9] |
| Altered Level of Consciousness on Presentation | 82% | [9] |
| Delayed Presentation | N/A * | [6,9] |
| Delayed initiation of antibiotics | N/A * | [76] |
* N/A: Not available.
