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A rare pediatric condition, Potts puffy tumor, caused a 10-year-old boy's forehead swelling, epidural abscess, and meningitis. Prompt treatment with antibiotics, anticoagulation, and abscess drainage led to full recovery.

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Infectious Diseases

Background:

Potts puffy tumor is a rare condition involving frontal bone osteomyelitis and subperiosteal abscess.
It typically affects the pediatric population and is often associated with sinusitis or trauma.

Observation:

A 10-year-old boy presented with headache, fever, left ptosis, and right forehead swelling.
Clinical examination revealed a fluctuant forehead mass, upgaze restriction, left ptosis, and bilateral optic disk edema.

Findings:

MRI demonstrated a frontal bone epidural abscess, venous thromboses, and dural enhancement consistent with meningitis.
Right sphenoid sinusitis was also identified, supporting the diagnosis of Potts puffy tumor.

Implications:

This case highlights the importance of recognizing Potts puffy tumor in pediatric patients with forehead swelling and neurological symptoms.
Multimodal treatment including antibiotics, anticoagulation, and surgical drainage is crucial for favorable outcomes.
Early diagnosis and intervention can prevent severe complications such as intracranial abscess and venous thrombosis.