Spinal epidural empyema - an unusual cause of focal back pain in a teenager

• Main Authors: Katarzyna Walkowiak (Author), Arleta Olejniczak (Author), Paweł Walkowiak (Author), Joanna Michalczuk (Author), Izabela Karolczyk (Author), Krzysztof Zakrzewski (Author), Krzysztof Zeman (Author), Marcin Tkaczyk (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Termedia Publishing House, 2024-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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A spinal epidural empyema (SEE) is a collection of pus between the bones of the vertebral column and the dura covering the spinal cord. It is an uncommon disease in the pediatric population. It requires prompt diagnosis and targeted treatment to prevent permanent disability. The gold standard of man...