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Tuberculous brainstem abscess: case report.

Yu-Gang Jiang1, Jing Chen, Yong Peng

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, People's Republic of China. 13707315567@139.com

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Tuberculous brainstem abscess is rare but serious. Early diagnosis and surgical intervention combined with antituberculous therapy can lead to good outcomes in patients with this condition.

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Published on: October 25, 2024

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Tuberculous brainstem abscess is an uncommon condition with significant mortality and morbidity risks.
  • Early recognition and prompt, adequate treatment are crucial for managing tuberculous brainstem abscess.

Observation:

  • A 24-year-old male presented with prolonged fever, headache, and weakness, progressing to slurred speech and right-sided hemiparesis.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) identified a large, thick-walled cystic lesion within the brainstem.

Findings:

  • The patient underwent microsurgery and received antituberculous therapy, resulting in substantial clinical improvement.
  • Microbiological and histological analyses confirmed the presence of a tuberculous abscess.

Implications:

  • Tuberculous brainstem abscess should be considered in the differential diagnosis of cystic brainstem lesions, especially in at-risk populations.
  • For patients with neurological decline unresponsive to medical therapy, surgical options like stereotactic or microsurgery should be considered.
  • Combined microsurgical excision and comprehensive antituberculous treatment offer a favorable prognosis for tuberculous brainstem abscess.