[Multiresistant Escherichia coli meningitis after transrectal prostate biopsy]

Ann Fr Anesth Reanim. 2007 Jan;26(1):88-90. doi: 10.1016/j.annfar.2006.08.011. Epub 2006 Dec 8.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Transrectal prostate biopsy represents the most accurate technique to diagnose prostate cancer. More vigilance is necessary when fluoroquinolones are given as prophylactic agents because of the increase in Escherichia coli resistant strains. We report a case of multiresistant E. coli meningitis after transrectal biopsy resulting in the death of the patient.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Biopsy / adverse effects*
  • Drug Resistance, Multiple
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Meningitis, Escherichia coli / drug therapy
  • Meningitis, Escherichia coli / etiology*
  • Prostatic Neoplasms / diagnosis