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Occipital epidural abscess with sinus phlebitis due to chronic osteomyelitis

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We report an unusual case of occipital osteomyelitis originating from an old scalp wound, and causing subsequent sinus thrombosis and an epidural abscess. This is the first such case reported. The mechanism of the symptoms and the literature are discussed.

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  1. Department of Neurosurgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, Matsumoto, Japan

    A. Ammar, K. Kyoshima, K. Wakui, Sh. Kato, Sh. Kobayashi & K. Sugita

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Ammar, A., Kyoshima, K., Wakui, K. et al. Occipital epidural abscess with sinus phlebitis due to chronic osteomyelitis. Acta neurochir 66, 207–211 (1982). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02074507

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