Epidural abscess
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Background
- Infection of the epidural space, between the dura mater and bone
- May be intracranial or spinal, with spinal being far more common
- Acquired from contiguous spread (e.g. discitis, otitis media/sinusitis/mastoiditis, direct inoculation (e.g. spinal anaesthesia or neurosurgery), or hematogenous spread
- Risk factors include intravenous drug use, hemodialysis, diabetes mellitus, and older age
