Spinal epidural abscesses are often initially misdiagnosed, particularly in neurologically
intact patients. Epidural infections can cause injury to the spinal cord. The incidence of these …

Background Pyogenic spondylodiscitis is a bacterial infection of the bony spinal column, the
intervertebral discs, and/or the ligaments of the extradural spine. The most common cause of …

Epidural abcessess can involve the intercranial or spinal compartments and can result in
potentially devastating neurological injuries. Although rare, incidence of spinal epidural …

Object Spinal epidural abscess (SEA), once considered a rare occurrence, has showed a
rapid increase in incidence over the past 20–30 years. Recent reports have advocated for …

PURPOSE OF REVIEW Brain abscesses and spinal epidural abscesses are serious,
potentially life-threatening infections of the central nervous system. This article outlines the …

Spinal epidural abscess (SEA) is still an uncommon but devastating infection of the spine. In
recent years, a number of reported cases have risen. The most important prognostic factor …

SEA is a potentially devastating condition that is frequently missed. Protocols are put in
place to facilitate early evaluation of back pain in patients with red flags with appropriate …

Spinal epidural abscess (SEA) is a severe pyogenic infection of the epidural space that
leads to devastating neurological deficits and may be fatal. SEA is usually located in the …

Background: Prompt diagnosis and treatment are critical in spinal epidural abscess, as
delay can lead to paralysis or death. The initial management decision for spinal epidural …

Spinal epidural abscess (SEA) remains a relatively infrequent diagnosis. Staphylococcus
aureus is the most common organism identified, and the infectious source in SEA emanates …