Rate of meningitis in children with seizure and fever from different studies.
| Study | Number of cases | Age (months) | Meningitis (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Batra et al, India8 | 497 | 6-18 | 2.4 |
| Joshi Batajoo et al, Nepal10 | 175 | 6-60 | 17.0 |
| Ghotbi & Shiva, Iran9 | 254 | 6-60 | 4.7 |
| Tinsa et al, Tunis11 | 106 | <12 | 10.0 |
| Kimia et al USA14 | 526 | 6-18 | 2.7 |
| Current study | 453 | 6-18 | 17.6 |