title: Subdural empyema--an unusual presentation. A report on 2 cases.
abstract: Two cases of subdural empyema with unusual clinical features are described. Both had an undetermined primary source of infection, the onset was insidious and the course was rather indolent, and both cases occurred after steroid therapy. Subdural empyema is a potentially lethal condition if inappropriately managed. A high index of suspicion and prompt definitive treatment remain the cornerstones of successful management. The aetiology and pathogenesis of subdural empyema and the merits and demerits of various investigative procedures are discussed; the factors that influence prognosis are highlighted.
authors.affiliation: Department of Neurosurgery and Neurology, Southeast Hospital, Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
authors.forename: A B
authors.initials: AB
authors.lastname: Chaudhari
authors.forename: B S
authors.initials: BS
authors.lastname: Ahluwalia
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Kumar
authors.forename: S S
authors.initials: SS
authors.lastname: Kasoff
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D013354:Empyema, Subdural / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006257:Head / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed