Update and approach to patients with brain abscess
Lars Haukali Omland,
Henrik Nielsen,
Jacob Bodilsen
Abstract:Purpose of review
The epidemiology of brain abscess has changed in recent decades. Moreover, acute and long-term management remains challenging with high risks of mortality and neurological sequelae. This review describes recent advances in epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of brain abscess.
Recent findings
The incidence of brain abscess is increasing, especially among elderly individuals. Important predisposing conditions include dental and ear-no… Show more
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