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Subdural empyema. Clinical and computed tomographic correlations
Archives of Neurology
|May 1, 1986
Summary
Subdural empyema (SDE) in children often follows meningitis, presenting with focal signs and characteristic CT findings. In adults, SDE is frequently linked to sinusitis, causing altered consciousness and meningeal signs.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Radiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Subdural empyema (SDE) is a serious intracranial infection.
- Early diagnosis and characterization are crucial for effective management.
- CT imaging plays a vital role in identifying SDE and associated complications.