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Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Surgical Neurology

Background:

  • Brain abscess remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality.
  • Despite advances in medical treatment, surgical intervention is often necessary.
  • This study details a single institution's surgical experience with brain abscesses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the surgical treatment outcomes for brain abscesses.
  • To analyze patient demographics, predisposing factors, and treatment modalities.
  • To assess the effectiveness of different surgical approaches.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 33 intracranial abscess cases treated surgically (2001-2009).
  • Surgical options included burr-hole aspiration, open aspiration with ultrasound guidance, and complete abscess resection.
  • Data collected on demographics, clinical presentation, predisposing factors, imaging, microbiology, treatment, and outcomes.

Main Results:

  • The most common predisposing factor was head trauma.
  • Surgical excision was performed in 22 patients, open aspiration in 9, and burr-hole aspiration in 2.
  • Mortality was 21%, with 54% achieving a favorable outcome (Glasgow Outcome Scale 4-5).
  • No significant correlation found between outcome and age, predisposing factor, treatment, or culture results.

Conclusions:

  • Open surgical techniques (excision or aspiration) were predominantly used.
  • Open techniques may decrease the need for additional imaging, surgery, and antibiotic duration.
  • Brain abscess excision is a valuable management option, particularly in resource-limited settings, for achieving favorable outcomes.