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Health · 2025 · en

WHO guidelines on meningitis diagnosis, treatment and care

by World Health Organization

About this book

This World Health Organization guideline brings together recommendations for the diagnosis, treatment, and continuing care of people with community-acquired meningitis. It considers both bacterial and viral causes, with guidance developed for health professionals working in emergency, inpatient, and outpatient settings.

The complete 2025 publication explains the evidence and methods behind recommendations on diagnostic assessment, antimicrobial treatment, supportive care, and management of long-term effects. It also addresses implementation and research priorities, while retaining references, contributor records, and rehabilitation material. The guideline is intended for professional use and is particularly attentive to settings with limited resources.

WHO guidelines on meningitis diagnosis, treatment and care. Geneva: World Health Organization; 2025. Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 IGO. Original English edition unchanged.