Brain abscess as a complication of orthognathic surgery: diagnosis, management, and pathophysiology.
Plast Reconstr Surg
; 104(2): 480-2; discussion 483, 1999 Aug.
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ABSTRACT
We present what we believe is the first case of a brain abscess resulting from orthognathic surgery reported in the literature. Although recent advances have significantly improved the treatment of brain abscesses, delays in diagnosis lead to persistent high rates of mortality. Often, the initial symptoms are vague and nonspecific. Commonly, the neurologic status of the patient deteriorates significantly before suspicion is raised and a CT scan is obtained. This case report is intended to benefit all practitioners who participate in the perioperative care of orthognathic surgery patients. Although the occurrence of a brain abscess is rare, it is hoped that this case will heighten the awareness of clinicians to this potential complication.
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01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Osteotomia
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Complicações Pós-Operatórias
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Infecções Estreptocócicas
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Abscesso Encefálico
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
Limite:
Adolescent
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Plast Reconstr Surg
Ano de publicação:
1999
Tipo de documento:
Article