ISSN:
1433-0350
Keywords:
Key words Actinomyces
;
Actinomycosis
;
Brain infection
;
Brain abscess
;
Surgery
;
Antibiotics
;
Juvenile patient
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract A case of actinomycotic brain infection in a juvenile patient is described. Cases of actinomycosis affecting the head and neck are rare, particularly in juvenile patients. In this case complete resolution of the infection was achieved by means of surgical treatment and prolonged antibiotic therapy. The authors emphasize the importance of a combined approach for treatment of this unusual brain infection and stress the difficulties involved in the diagnosis of this pathology.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s003810050262
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