The persistence after clinical recovery and the suspension of therapy of altered ESR values in a case of meningococcal sepsis and septic shock
Zecca, G.; Del Curto, E.; Manzoni, C.
Minerva Pediatrica 45(3): 123-126
1993
ISSN/ISBN: 0026-4946 PMID: 8341226 Document Number: 410907
The paper describes a case of meningococcal sepsis and septic shock treated with Ceftriazone, Dexamethosone, plasma and heparin. It was observed that contrary to other hematological parameters, ESR levels remained high for one month after the suspension of antibiotic therapy and complete clinical recovery. The authors relate this alteration of ESR values to the administration of plasma during the acute phase of the disease.