Meshref M, Nourelden AZ, Elshanbary AA, AbdelQadir YH, Zaazouee MS, Ragab KM, Ahmed EMS, Swed S. Subdural empyema due to mixed infections successfully treated medically: A case report with review literature.
Clin Case Rep 2022;
10:e6049. [PMID:
35846899 PMCID:
PMC9280757 DOI:
10.1002/ccr3.6049]
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Abstract
Subdural empyema is a rare intracranial infection with an accumulation of purulent material between the dura and arachnoid matter. We report a case of 17 years old presented with an altered conscious level. CSF analysis showed increased WBCs. His situation has improved after treating by acyclovir, ceftriaxone, vancomycin, and dexamethasone.
Subdural empyema is a rare intracranial infection with an accumulation of purulent material between the dura and arachnoid matter. We report a case of 17 years old presented with an altered conscious level. CSF analysis showed increased WBCs. His situation has improved after treating by acyclovir, ceftriaxone, vancomycin, and dexamethasone. Bacterial infection medical treatment meningeal irritation subdural empyema viral infection.
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