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Intracranial empyema: literature review and two novel cases in cats
V R Barrs1, R G Nicoll, R K Churcher
1Valentine Charlton Cat Centre, Faculty of Veterinary Science, The University of Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia.
The Journal of Small Animal Practice
|June 5, 2007
Summary
Intracranial empyema, a rare feline condition, requires prompt neurosurgical intervention. Successful treatment involves surgical decompression, antibiotics, and intensive care for favorable outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Neurology
- Neurosurgery
- Infectious Disease
Background:
- Intracranial empyema is infrequently documented in small animal veterinary medicine.
- This study reviews existing literature and presents two novel feline cases.
Observation:
- Two cats presented with intracranial empyema, suspected to stem from retrobulbar abscesses or penetrating wounds.
- Magnetic resonance imaging revealed subdural empyema in one case, with Actinomyces spp. identified as the causative agent.
Findings:
- The study details the first reported successful treatment of feline intracranial empyema via craniotomy, drainage, and antibiotic therapy.
- Causative agents and routes of infection were identified in the presented cases.
Implications:
- Intracranial empyema in cats is a critical neurosurgical emergency.
- Aggressive management including surgical decompression, antimicrobial treatment, and intensive care can lead to positive outcomes.
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