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Computed Tomography in Purulent Meningitis

1982; American Medical Association; Volume: 136; Issue: 6 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1001/archpedi.1982.03970420019003

1538-3628

José Bodino,

Bacterial Infections and Vaccines

Of 102 patients with bacterial meningitis admitted to the Children's Hospital of Buenos Aires, 25 were selected for computed tomographic (CT) scans on the basis of altered consciousness for more than 96 hours after admission, persistent or recurrent seizures after 72 hours of antibiotic therapy, development of focal neurologic signs, increased intracranial pressure or prolonged fever. Scan findings included hydrocephalus, cerebritis, vasculitis, subdural effusion, cerebral atrophy, abscess, and ependymitis. Serial CT scans demonstrated the progression or regression of some complications. The CT scan was very useful in indicating the need for neurosurgical procedures.