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Nonsurgically treated cervical brucellar epidural abscess causing spinal cord compression.

Goksin Sengul1, Ali Akar, Fatih Alper

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Medical School, Ataturk University, 25070, Yenisehir, Erzurum, Turkey. goksinsengul@gmail.com

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Brucellar epidural abscess rarely causes cervical spinal cord compression. This case highlights diagnostic and treatment strategies for this uncommon condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Spinal Surgery

Background:

  • Brucellosis is a zoonotic infection with diverse clinical manifestations.
  • Spinal epidural abscesses are a serious complication, with cervical involvement being particularly rare.
  • Previous literature documents only 13 cases of brucellar cervical epidural abscess.

Observation:

  • A case of cervical spinal epidural abscess secondary to brucellosis is presented.
  • The patient experienced spinal cord compression due to the abscess.
  • Diagnostic imaging and clinical evaluation were crucial for identification.

Findings:

  • The presented case adds to the limited existing reports of this rare condition.
  • The study discusses the utility of various diagnostic tools in identifying the abscess.
  • Effective treatment options for brucellar cervical epidural abscess are explored.

Implications:

  • This case contributes to understanding the clinical spectrum of brucellosis.
  • It emphasizes the importance of considering brucellar infection in the differential diagnosis of cervical spinal epidural abscess.
  • The findings may aid in refining diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for similar rare cases.