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Spinal epidural abscess (Symptoms (headache, fever, disturbed…
Spinal epidural abscess
Definition
accumulation of pus in epidural space
Diagnostic test
MRI
myelography
CT scan
Pathophysiology
underlying infection is present
causative organism is staphylococcus aureus
Treatment
antibiotics
drainage of abscess
Causes
tuberculous abscess
bacteremia
Symptoms
headache
fever
disturbed consciousness
trouble walking
Nursing care
provide epidural training
monitor patients with epidural analgesia
ensure prompt diagnosis