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Extensive Spinal Epidural Abscess Associated with an Unremarkable Recovery
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SUMMARY
Spinal epidural abscess is a rare complication of epidural catheter insertion, with an incidence reported to be as low as 0.02%, but with a high morbidity and mortality. This reflects the difficulty in diagnosis of the condition, as early symptoms and signs are usually non-specific with late neurological manifestations. We report a case of spinal epidural abscess in a diabetic patient who underwent splenectomy and distal pancreatectomy. Early investigation with magnetic resonan...
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