Brain Abscess in a Patient with Osteopetrosis: A Rare Complication.

Brain Abscess in a Patient with Osteopetrosis: A Rare Complication.
J Clin Res Pediatr Endocrinol. 2020 Aug 25;:
Authors: İşeri Nepesov M, Kıral E, Bozan G, Kılıç Ö, Çarman KB, Yarar C, Şaylısoy S, Dinleyici EÇ
Abstract
Brain abscess formation is extremely rare in patients with osteopetrosis. Herein, we report a case of viridans streptococci brain abscess in an immunocompromised child diagnosed with osteopetrosis. The patient presented with a sudden change in mental status and convulsions. Radiological evaluation revealed a temporal lobe brain abscess, and intravenous antibiotherapy was started immediately. The patient underwent abscess drainage, and laboratory investigation of pus material revealed viridans streptococci.
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Source: JCRPE Journal of Clinical Research in Pediatric Endocrinology - August 27, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Tags: J Clin Res Pediatr Endocrinol Source Type: research