Subdural Empyema, an Intracranial Sinus Complication

Abstract

Subdural empyema is the most common intracranial complication in sinusitis, defined as an infection with purulent collection between the inner surface of the dura mater and the outer surface of the cerebral arachnoid. This condition is underestimated and neglected by physicians due to its low incidence. However, despite its rarity, it is a serious pathology, requiring early diagnosis and therapeutic management. The present work aims to emphasize sinusitis as the primary focus of subdural empyema and the importance of its eradication for treatment.

Keywords

• subdural empyema
• sinusitis
• intracranial complication
• empiema subdural
• sinusite
• complicação intracraniana