By ULY CLINIC
Brain Abscess
Introduction
Brain abscess is a focal collection of pus/necrotic tissue within the brain parenchyma, which can arise as a complication of a variety of infections, trauma or surgery. The manifestations of brain abscess depends on the site, size and the immune status of the patient
Diagnostic Criteria
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Headache is the most common symptom
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Fevers
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Focal neurological deficit
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Vomiting and lethargy may progress to coma
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A ring enhancing lesion demonstrated by a CT scan of the brain.
Non-Pharmacological Treatment
Brain abscess is generally managed by:
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Controlling fever and pain with Paracetamol
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If unconscious, insert NGT for feeding and urethral catheter
Pharmacological Treatment:
Management of Brain Abscess

Note: Where the patient is allergic to penicillin, chloramphenicol 500 mg IV every 6 hours can be used instead
Surgery
All patient with a brain abscess should be referred to a neurosurgeon
Updated on, 31.10.2020
References
1. STG