[Meningitis, Encephalitis, and Myelitis].

ABSTRACT

Infections of the central nervous system such as meningitis, encephalitis, and myelitis are a life-threatening neurological emergences. Early recognition, efficient decision-making, and rapid initiation of therapy can be lifesaving. Adequate clinical management of central nervous system infections is important for neurosurgeons during neurological emergences. This article describes recent trends in central nervous system infections and the pitfalls faced by neurosurgeons.