Title: Brain abscess Authors: Qusay Fadel, Rand Al-Qaseer Editor: Sia Sawan , Dr Omar Jbarah Keywords: Cerebral abscess, Neuro infection, Hypodense lesion. Overview Brain abscess (BA or Cerebral abscess) is a circumscribed collection of purulent exudate in the brain that develops in response to an infection or trauma. The majority of cases are caused by the spread of infected material from a focus of suppuration elsewhere in the body, notably the paranasal sinuses, middle ear, heart, and lungs. Penetrating craniocerebral trauma and neurosurgical procedures may also be associated with this condition. Clinical manifestations include headache; seizures; focal neurologic deficits; and […]

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