Study identifies new late-onset complications from MenB

An Australian study shows sequelae can include osseous damage and speech delay

Children hospitalised with serogroup B invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) can experience major physical and psychological complications for years to come, an Australian study shows.

Long-term sequelae associated with MenB also means that some will require long-term medical and allied health assistance, the University of Sydney-led researchers say.