This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
Most common complication of meningitis in children is – 
Select and explain. 
A. Hearing loss, B. Seizures, C. Hydrocephalus, D. Mitral regurgitation
B: Seizures
Answer: B: Seizures 
Explanation: Complications of meningitis in children

Seizure is the commonest complication of meningitis in children.
It occurs in about 30% of patients.
Other common complications of meningitis.


Subdural empyema or effusions — It is commonly seen after meningitis with H. Influenza.
rain Abscesses
Neurological impairment → Hemiplegia, Aphasia, Mental retardation, blindness.
Auditory impairment (sensor neural deafness)
Hydrocephalus
Ventriculitis, Arachnoidits
Cranial nerve palsies
Thrombosis of ducal venous sinuses
Transverse myelitis
Systemic complication - Shock, Myocarditis, Status epilepticus, Syndrome of inappropriate ADH secretion