GAIA Level 3a Neonatal Infectious Meningitis

**Semantic type:** Classification

**Definition:** GAIA Level 3a Neonatal Infectious Meningitis is defined by four criteria: first, CSF pleocytosis; second, NO recognized pathogen is identified, using a validated method, from a normally sterile site; third, temperature greater than or equal to 37.5 degrees C or less than 35.5 degrees C; fourth, three or more of the following requirements must be met: a) History of convulsions; b) Lethargy or irritability; c) Coma; d) Apnea; e) Bulging fontanel; f) Neck stiffness.

**Synonyms:** - Global Alignment of Immunization safety Assessment in pregnancy Level 3a Neonatal Infectious Meningitis - Level 3a Neonatal Bacterial/Fungal/Viral Meningitis