Disseminated gonococcal infection
ICD-10 A54.4; A54.8 · ICD-11 1A73

Treatment of Disseminated Gonococcal Infection in Gonococcal Meningitis

Gonococcal meningitis is a severe invasive complication of disseminated gonococcal infection. The clinical scenario and structured treatment protocol are summarised below.

This protocol addresses patients with disseminated gonococcal infection who present with gonococcal meningitis — a serious manifestation requiring prompt initiation and sustained delivery of appropriate therapy.

Treatment Approach

Gonococcal meningitis is managed with sustained parenteral antibiotic therapy. The complete protocol — specifying the agent, regimen, and required duration — is available via the structured evidence-based resource below.

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References

DOI: 10.1177/09564624251345195

For gonococcal meningitis and endocarditis, parenteral therapy with ceftriaxone 1–2 g IV every 12–24 h should be continued for 10–14 days for meningitis and at least 4 weeks for endocarditis.