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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Subdural empyema is a significant neurological condition.
  • It frequently arises from otitis media and frontal sinusitis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze 47 cases of subdural empyema.
  • To identify common sources, complications, and treatment outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical case analysis of 47 patients.
  • Diagnostic imaging using percutaneous carotid angiography.
  • Treatment involving surgical evacuation, antibiotics, and nursing care.

Main Results:

  • Otitis media and frontal sinusitis are the most common origins.
  • Complications include thrombophlebitis, meningitis, and abscesses.
  • Mortality rate was 25.5%, often due to delayed referrals and associated infections.

Conclusions:

  • Subdural empyema presents diagnostic challenges.
  • Prompt surgical intervention and antibiotic therapy are vital.
  • Late referral significantly increases mortality due to uncontrollable infections.