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Subdural empyema prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Effective measures for the primary prevention of subdural empyema include rapid treatment of inflammatory diseases of the head and prevention of trauma. Secondary prevention strategies following subdural empyema include treatment and management of existing infection.
Primary Prevention
Primary Prevention
Effective measures for the primary prevention of subdural empyema include:[1]
- Rapid treatment of:
- Prevention of:
- Decolonization of microorganisms prior to extensive dental procedure
Secondary Prevention
Secondary Prevention
Secondary prevention strategies following subdural empyema include:
- Treatment of local and proximal infections
- Antibiotic prophylaxis
- Close adherence to physician recommendations
- Changing bandages
References
References
- ↑ Greenlee JE (2003). “Subdural Empyema”. Curr Treat Options Neurol. 5 (1): 13–22. PMID 12521560.
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: João André Alves Silva, M.D. [2]; Anthony Gallo, B.S. [3]