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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: João André Alves Silva, M.D. [2]

Overview

Subdural empyema is a medical emergency. Treatment of subdural empyema requires a combined medical and surgical approach. Empiric antimicrobial therapy depends on the location of the infection (intracranial vs. spinal) and whether it was community-acquired or hospital-acquired.

Medical Therapy

• The treatment of intracranial or spinal subdural empyema requires both prompt surgical drainage and appropriate antibiotic therapy