Meningococcaemia In Children-An Under Recognized Public Health Problem In Pakistan.

Background: Meningococcaemia is a serious bacterial disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis resulting in septicaemia and meningitis in previously well individuals and is associated with serious consequences including mortality. As the data from our region is scarce, the study was conducted with an aim to highlight the disease manifestations and outcomes so that appropriate interventions are devised.

Method: A descriptive study was conducted in Paediatrics A Unit from 1st March 2020 to 30th September 2021 after approval of institutional review board.