[Clinical characteristics and outcomes of pertussis encephalopathy in 17 children].

PubMed 2026

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Authors: H Y Pan, Limei Tan, X F Li, J W Ye, C X Fang, F X Yang, M X Chen, H M Yang, F S Zeng, J H Zhang, Y Xu
DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn112140-20250828-00794
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Abstract

Pertussis encephalopathy predominantly affects unvaccinated infants under 3 months of age, typically emerging 2-4 weeks after pertussis onset. Seizures and impaired consciousness are the predominant neurological manifestations. Management consists of antimicrobial therapy combined with supportive care and complication management. While the short-term prognosis of survivors is relatively favorable, a subset of patients may experience neurological sequelae.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Bacterial Infections and Vaccines Infectious Encephalopathies and Encephalitis Diphtheria Corynebacterium and Tetanus

Publication details

Journal / source
PubMed
Volume
64
Issue
3
Pages
319–323
Publication date
2 March 2026
Language
ZH