A Case of Subdural Empyema Caused by Sinusitis in a Child / 소아감염
Korean Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases
; : 59-64, 2014.
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in Ko
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ABSTRACT
The current paper reports on a case of subdural empyema secondary to frontal sinusitis in an otherwise healthy child. Sinusitis is a common and benign condition in most pediatric cases. Because of the widespread use of antibiotics, intracranial extension of pediatric sinusitis is rarely seen today; however, complications (e.g., cavernous sinus thrombosis, orbital infection, meningitis, and subdural empyema) are potentially life threatening. A 15-year-old right-handed male presented with a 3-day history of fever, headache, and left-sided palsy. Computed tomography revealed right-sided subdural empyema with right frontal sinusitis and maxillary sinusitis. A postoperative inpatient neurological consultation was requested 2 months post-surgery due to motor function deficits. The results suggested that early and accurate diagnosis of subdural empyema leads to prompt treatment and a favorable outcome for the patient.
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Main subject:
Orbit
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Paralysis
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Sinusitis
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Empyema, Subdural
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Brain Abscess
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Frontal Sinusitis
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Maxillary Sinusitis
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Central Nervous System
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Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis
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Diagnosis
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
Limits:
Adolescent
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Child
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Humans
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Male
Language:
Ko
Journal:
Korean Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Year:
2014
Type:
Article