G06.0
DIAGNOSIS
Patient may present with focal neurological signs and signs of infection. Neurological signs may not always be prominent. Neuro-imaging usually confirms diagnosis. Patients may have concomitant infection of ears, paranasal sinuses or lower respiratory tract.
MEDICINE TREATMENT
Empiric antibiotic therapy
- Ceftriaxone, IV, 2 g 12 hourly.
AND
- Metronidazole, oral, 400 mg 8 hourly or IV, 500 mg 8 hourly.
Adjust according to antimicrobial sensitivity after surgical drainage.
REFERRAL
All, as patients require urgent neurosurgery opinion and treatment.