Pediatric Pathology Cases

Neonatal Meningitis

Figure 1. Gross examination reveals a purulent exudate over surface of brain.

Figure 2. H & E stain shows acute and chronic inflammation
along the leptomeninges (upper half) of the brain (lower half).

Figure 3. H & E stain of cecum shows marked thinning and necrosis.

Figure 4. H & E stain of liver shows areas of necrosis.

Dr. Sandra Vella, May 2003