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Subdural empyema due to mixed infections successfully treated medically: A case report with review literature

Year: 2022
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
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.
DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.6049
Authors: Mostafa Meshref, Anas Zakarya Nourelden, Alaa Ahmed Elshanbary, Yossef Hassan AbdelQadir, Mohamed Sayed Zaazouee, Khaled Mohamed Ragab, Eman Mohammed Sharif Ahmed, Sarya Swed
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,500
OpenAlex ID: W4285402136
FWCI: 0.832
Cites: 56
Cited by: 8
Related to: 10