Pyogenic Brain Abscess: A Comprehensive Review of Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Management
Novelty in Biomedicine,
Vol. 12 No. 4 (2024),
28 September 2024
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Page 185-193
https://doi.org/10.22037/nbm.v12i4.45322
Abstract
Background: Pyogenic brain abscess is a severe neurological infection associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Despite advances in diagnostic techniques, neurosurgical procedures, and antimicrobial therapy, managing pyogenic brain abscesses remains challenging. This article reviews the current understanding of the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of pyogenic brain abscesses, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to improve patient outcomes.
Materials and Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases. The search terms included "pyogenic brain abscess," "epidemiology," "pathogenesis," "diagnosis," "treatment," "antibiotic therapy," and "prognosis." Relevant articles published in English between 2010 and 2023 were selected, focusing on the most recent advances and evidence-based recommendations for managing pyogenic brain abscesses.
Results: Pyogenic brain abscess is a life-threatening condition that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment. A multidisciplinary approach involving neurosurgeons, infectious disease specialists, and radiologists is necessary to manage pyogenic brain abscesses successfully.
Conclusion: Early recognition, appropriate antibiotic therapy, and timely neurosurgical intervention are essential for improving patient outcomes and minimizing neurological sequelae. Antibiotic therapy and surgical approach should be tailored to the individual patient, considering factors such as the suspected pathogens, immune status, and the primary source of infection. Long-term follow-up is crucial, as recurrence and neurological sequelae are common among survivors. Continued research is needed to improve our understanding of this complex condition and develop more effective treatment strategies.
- Pyogenic brain abscess
- Intracranial infection
- Neuroimaging
- Antibiotic therapy
- Neurosurgical intervention
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