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Delayed diagnosis is associated with complications following invasive meningococcal disease in Australian adolescents and young adults

  • By

  • Mark McMillan

  • Hassen Mohammed

  • Jim Buttery

  • Margaret Angliss

  • Belinda Barton

  • Christopher C. Blyth

  • Suja M. Mathew

  • Morgyn S. Warner

  • Renjy Nelson

  • Rory Hannah

  • Naomi Runnegar

  • Helen Siobhan Marshall

  • May 18, 2026

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    Invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) is a severe infection primarily affecting adolescents and young adults, with significant morbidity and mortality.

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    Australia reported a 14% increase in IMD cases in 2023, with serogroup B accounting for 84% of infections.

  • 3

    Delayed diagnosis of IMD is common due to nonspecific early symptoms, leading to increased complications and mortality.

  • 4

    Survivors of IMD often face long-term sequelae, impacting their cognitive, psychosocial, and physical health.

  • 5

    This study aims to analyze the initial triage and hospitalization outcomes of adolescents and young adults with confirmed IMD.

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Delayed diagnosis is associated with complications following invasive meningococcal disease in Australian adolescents and young adults

  • by Mark McMillan, Hassen Mohammed, Jim Buttery, Margaret Angliss, Belinda Barton, Christopher C. Blyth, Suja M. Mathew, Morgyn S. Warner, Renjy Nelson, Rory Hannah, Naomi Runnegar, Helen Siobhan Marshall

  • May 18, 2026

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